The artwork, titled “Wheat Field with Sheaves and Arles in the Background”, was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1888 in Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. This piece, executed with ink on paper, belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement and falls within the genre of sketch and study.
The drawing depicts a detailed scene of a wheat field with several sheaves of wheat in the foreground. Beyond the field, a bustling town with factories, houses, and a church spire is visible, characterizing the town of Arles. The intricate use of ink strokes and the dynamic depiction of smoke from the chimneys create a sense of movement, while the careful arrangement of the figures and sheaves adds depth to the composition. The artwork demonstrates van Gogh’s distinct style and his keen observation of rural and urban landscapes during this period.
