A Cornfield near Wooler
1888
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1888
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting shows a cornfield with a few people working in it. The field is golden and takes up most of the image. In the background, there are hills and a cloudy sky. The people in the field are small compared to the landscape. They seem to be harvesting or gathering something. The colors used are mostly yellows, browns, and greens, giving the painting a warm feel. The artist's use of oil paint creates a textured look, especially in the parts of the field where the corn is thicker. If you're interested in seeing more paintings like this, you might want to look up the Scottish National Gallery.
