Artwork
Peasant with Hoe, Basket and Hen
Peasant with Hoe, Basket and Hen is a print by Ludolph Büsinck. It dates from 1639 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1963.457
- Credit line
- Gift of Henry H. Hawley
About this work
Overview
Peasant with Hoe, Basket and Hen is a print by Ludolph Büsinck, created around 1639. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a peasant in a field, holding a hoe and a basket, with a hen nearby. The peasant's simple attire and the serene atmosphere suggest a focus on everyday rural life.
Technique & Style
The work showcases attention to detail, evident in the texture of the peasant's clothing and the hen's feathers. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, is also characteristic of the print's style.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Ludolph Büsinck (c.1600–1669) was a German painter and wood-engraver, born at Hann.
