Seed Time
1855
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1855
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a farmer working in a field, with a horse-drawn plow behind him. The farmer is wearing a white shirt and brown pants, and is holding a tool in his hand. The horse is white with a brown harness, and is looking down at the ground. In the background, there are trees and a cloudy sky. The painting is done in oil paint and has a warm, earthy tone. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The overall mood of the painting is one of hard work and dedication. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the artist, John Frederick Herring, Sr.