Sifting Grain
1908
oil
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
1908
oil
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This painting shows a woman sifting grain. She is wearing a long skirt, a white shirt, and a headscarf. She is sitting on a small stool, holding a large bowl in her lap. The woman is focused on her task, her hands moving slowly as she sifts the grain. The painting is done in muted colors, with the woman's clothing and the bowl being the main focus. The background is dark, which helps to highlight the woman and her task. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of artist Juho Rissanen.
