The artwork titled “A Girl Raking,” created by Vincent van Gogh in 1881 in the Netherlands, is an ink and watercolor piece on paper. Measuring 46 by 58 cm, it belongs to the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. Currently housed in the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, Netherlands, this work exemplifies Van Gogh’s early exploration of depicting everyday rural life.
In the artwork, a young girl is depicted engaging in the humble task of raking outdoors. Her thoughtful and meticulous pose suggests a sense of earnest dedication to her work. The surrounding environment, which includes trees and a house in the background, is rendered in muted tones, enhancing the realism and mundane charm of the scene. The artist’s use of ink and watercolor creates delicate yet definitive lines and shading, contributing to the overall simplicity and authenticity of the subject matter. This piece captures a moment of quiet, rural labor and evokes a sense of serene industriousness.
