Who painted Workers in the Countryside?

Workers in the Countryside was painted by Pompeo Mariani in 1891.

Where can I see Workers in the Countryside?

Workers in the Countryside is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Workers in the Countryside?

Workers in the Countryside is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Workers in the Countryside?

Museum-quality prints of Workers in the Countryside are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Workers in the Countryside

Pompeo Mariani , 1891

Workers in the Countryside is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Pompeo Mariani. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower right in plate: Gen. 26 91 / Mariani

About this work

Overview

Workers in the Countryside is a 1891 print by Pompeo Mariani, held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington. It is an etching, drypoint, and roulette work on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene rural scene with a horse and overturned cart amidst trees and a cloudy sky. The detailed rendering of the horse and worn cart conveys a sense of tranquility and calmness.

Technique & Style

Mariani employed etching, drypoint, and roulette techniques to achieve texture and depth, creating a nuanced representation of the countryside.