The artwork titled “Peasant Woman Peeling Potatoes,” created by Vincent van Gogh in 1885 in Nunen / Nuenen, Netherlands, is an oil painting on canvas. The painting is aligned with the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting.
The artwork depicts a peasant woman deeply engrossed in her task of peeling potatoes, a common domestic activity. The dark and earthy tones dominate the painting, reflecting the humble and rustic life of the subject. The woman is seated, bathed in muted light that emphasizes her concentrated expression and modest attire. She wears a white, simple head covering, which contrasts the otherwise somber palette of the scene. Her hands are busy at work with a basket of potatoes resting on her lap, conveying a sense of diligence and simplicity in daily life. The artist’s brushstrokes and choice of colors evoke a serene yet poignant atmosphere, capturing the essence of rural existence with remarkable authenticity.
