Gleaners

About this work

A man in a long coat carries a bundle of feathers over his shoulder, walking beside a woman and a child. The woman holds a feather bundle too, while the child reaches up toward her. They’re outside, near a quiet road with a house in the distance and a soft blue sky. The brushstrokes are loose, almost sketchy, giving the scene a quick, natural feel. The colors are muted—earthy tones and pale blues—except for the child’s bright red skirt. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this painting in person.