The artwork titled “Peasant Burning Weeds, and Farmhouse at Night” by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1883 in the Netherlands, is an ink on paper piece belonging to the Realism art movement and is categorized as a sketch and study. This particular piece is housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork showcases two distinct scenes: on the left, a peasant is depicted engaged in the act of burning weeds, bending forward and working diligently. The surrounding environment is filled with expressive lines that suggest the presence of smoke rising from the burning weeds. On the right, a farmhouse at night stands with its distinct thatched roof and a small window illuminating the darkness. The scene is grounded by strokes that convey a sense of texture and atmosphere, capturing the essence of rural life with stark realism. Text appears below the scenes, written in Van Gogh’s characteristic handwriting, adding an element of personal reflection to the sketch. The overall composition conveys a poignant glimpse into the hardworking rural life of the time.
