“Peasant Burning Weeds” is an oil on canvas artwork created by Vincent van Gogh in 1883 in the Netherlands. This piece, categorized under the art movement of Realism and specifically as a genre painting, is presently housed in a Private Collection.
The artwork depicts a solitary peasant engaged in the laborious task of burning weeds. Rendered in a somber and earthy palette, the painting captures a scene under the dim light of either dawn or dusk. The soft glow of the flames highlights the peasant’s form as he bends towards the modest fire. Van Gogh’s attention to detail is evident in the meticulous portrayal of the peasant’s movements and the subdued, yet evocative background. This work encapsulates the realism movement’s focus on depicting everyday life and labor with authenticity and reverence.
