“The Spinner (after Millet)” is an artwork created by Vincent van Gogh in 1889 during his time in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France. Rendered in oil on canvas, the artwork measures 40 x 25.5 cm and belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement. This genre painting currently resides in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a woman seated on a wooden chair, engaged in the act of spinning yarn. She is dressed in a modest blue dress and white headscarf, her attention focused intently on her work. The spinning wheel, prominently positioned, suggests a simple, yet diligent domestic scene. The background is rendered in shades of green, with swift, expressive brushstrokes typical of van Gogh’s style, evoking a sense of texture and depth. The overall composition reflects van Gogh’s admiration for Jean-François Millet, whom he often considered a source of inspiration.
