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Morning. At Work (after Millet)
Scene depicted
The painting “Morning. At Work (after Millet)” depicts a scene of agricultural labor, where the morning light floods the landscape , bringing life to the robust figures of the peasants. The silhouettes stand out against a golden background, revealing the beauty and dignity of working the land, thus illustrating a deep respect for the natural world.
Historical context
Created in 1890, in the peaceful town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence , this painting is set in the provincial context of post-impressionism , revealing human emotions and rural landscape s. This iconic canvas is now exhibited at the Hermitage Museum , measures 92 x 73 cm, and reflects a time when art mirrors everyday life.
Place in the artist's career
This canvas represents a crucial period of maturity in the career of Vincent van Gogh . Between notable works like “ The Sunflowers ” and “ The Starry Night ”, this composition expresses a harmony between technique and emotion, reflecting the evolution of his pictorial style and his vision of the world.
Anecdote
“Nature does not always show itself gently, but it has a way of seducing, of saying what cannot be expressed.” That morning, Vincent van Gogh draws inspiration from a scene where peasants are busy in the fields, the golden light of a sunrise caresses the fertile land. This moment captured in his painting evokes the simplicity of human existence, imbued with respect for nature.