“A Rye Field” is an oil painting on canvas, created by Ivan Shishkin in 1878. The artwork belongs to the Realism art movement and depicts a landscape genre. It is currently housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.
The artwork portrays an expansive field of ripened rye, bathed in sunlight. Tall, majestic pine trees interspersed throughout the field stand in contrast to the golden hues of the rye. The clear blue sky is lightly dotted with clouds, adding a sense of tranquility to the scene. A dirt path winds through the field, leading the viewer’s eye deeper into the composition. The realistic depiction of nature emphasizes the beauty and serenity of the Russian countryside.
