The artwork titled “Man with Rake” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1883 in The Hague, Netherlands. Rendered using pencil on paper, this piece is part of the Realism art movement and falls within the genre of sketch and study. The work is currently housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts a man standing in profile, holding a rake. The figure is adorned in simple, practical attire, including a hat, jacket, and trousers, suggesting he is likely a laborer or farmer. The use of pencil on paper allows for delicate and precise detailing, capturing the rugged texture of the man’s clothing and the subtle lines of his facial features. The overall composition is marked by its simplicity yet strong presence, as van Gogh skillfully conveys the quiet dignity of the man’s laborious profession through modest means. The absence of a detailed background directs the viewer’s focus entirely on the figure, creating a sense of introspection and solitude.
