Woman Harvesting Vegetables

Henri-Edmond Cross

Created:
Movement:
1906
Neo-Impressionism
key Notes:
Impressionistic color palette, rural labor theme.
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Dimensions:
25 1/4 x 32 1/4 in. (64.1 x 81.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Woman Harvesting Vegetables," created by Henri-Edmond Cross in 1895, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the Neo-Impressionist technique, characterized by the use of vibrant color and distinct brushwork. This work reflects the artist's interest in rural life and the harmony between humanity and nature, contributing to the broader movement of Post-Impressionism and influencing subsequent developments in modern art.

Description of the work:

"Woman Harvesting Vegetables" by Henri-Edmond Cross is characterized by its vibrant color palette and dynamic brushwork, typical of the Pointillist technique. The composition features a female figure engaged in the act of harvesting, surrounded by a lush landscape that emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and movement within the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Woman Harvesting Vegetables