Treader out of grain
1826
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1826
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Treader out of grain is a 1826 paint by Unknown, a Realism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a man guiding a team of oxen as they trample grain in a circular motion. The oxen are white, and the man is shirtless, holding a stick in his right hand. The background is a flat, open landscape with a few buildings and trees in the distance. The painting's style is reminiscent of Romanticism, with its focus on the natural world and the human relationship with it. The use of earthy tones and the emphasis on texture also evoke a sense of rustic simplicity. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.
A watercolour depicts a farmer operating a threshing sledge pulled by four bullocks to separate grain from paddy. It is one of 35 drawings illustrating various trades and occupations.
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