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Workers in the Countryside

Pompeo Mariani

1891

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Workers in the Countryside is a 1891 ink by Pompeo Mariani, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Pompeo Mariani
When & what style?: 1891 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a rural scene with a horse and a cart. The horse is standing on the left side of the image, while the cart is tipped over on the right side. The background features trees and bushes, with a cloudy sky above. In the foreground, the horse is depicted in a realistic manner, with attention to detail in its fur and muscles. The cart, on the other hand, appears to be old and worn out, with visible signs of decay. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility, with the peaceful countryside setting evoking a sense of calmness. The artist's use of etching, drypoint, and roulette techniques adds texture and depth to the painting, creating a sense of layering and dimensionality. The painting is held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.