The artwork titled “Sheaf-Binder, The after Millet” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1889 while he was in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France. This genre painting, executed in oil on canvas, falls under the Post-Impressionism movement and is currently housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The dimensions of the artwork are 44.5 x 32 cm.
In this vibrant and dynamic piece, Van Gogh encapsulates the rural essence of a laborer absorbed in the act of binding sheaves of wheat, a tribute to Jean-François Millet’s earlier works. The figure, depicted with expressive and swirling brushstrokes, seems deeply engrossed in his work, surrounded by the golden hues of the harvested field. The sky above, painted in calm, cool tones, offers a vivid contrast to the energetic earth tones of the field, bringing a sense of balance and tranquility to the scene. The use of vivid colors and the energetic application of paint are characteristic of Van Gogh’s Post-Impressionist style, reflecting both a profound admiration for Millet and an intimate connection to the rural life he often celebrated in his art.
