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Sower, The (after Millet)
Scene depicted
The work immortalizes a simple yet powerful moment: a sower at work, arms laden with seeds. The composition of the painting reveals the beauty of a rural act imbued with breath and life, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between man and the earth.
Historical context
Created in 1889, the painting “Sower, The (after Millet)” is the result of a stay in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence . This canvas , rooted in the post-impressionist movement, embodies Van Gogh's quest for realism . Currently, this painting is located in the Stávros Niárchos Collection , a precious showcase of artistic heritage. Its dimensions of 66 x 80.8 cm contribute to its striking presence.
Place in the artist's career
This painting is situated at a key period in Van Gogh's career, where his style evolves towards expressive abstraction. Alongside other paintings like “ The Sunflowers ” and “ The Starry Night ”, “Sower, The” illustrates a transition towards a more vibrant palette and a freer gesture.
Anecdote
“I want to paint the golden fields where one sows and dreams,” Van Gogh might have declared while contemplating the bucolic scene on a gentle spring morning. This pictorial work emanates from this pure inspiration, translating the harmony between man and the nature that nourishes him.