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Harvest in Provence (for Émile Bernard), Mid-July 1888

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In this striking piece, the viewer is greeted by an expansive landscape, possibly the rolling fields of Provence, where the tireless rhythm of agricultural life unfolds. Van Gogh’s choice of line is intriguing; bold strokes create a textured tapestry that almost seems to ripple with energy. The composition invites the eye to wander across the undulating hills and farming plots, delineated by vibrant patches of inky black and soft grays interspersed with light hues that evoke the warmth of a summer's day.

One might feel the sun kissing the land as the carefully placed details, from the laborers to the distant buildings, hint at a bountiful harvest. There's a palpable sense of harmony in how each element is integrated; the landscape pulses with life through the dynamic strokes that define it. The emotional impact is profound—a yearning for connection to the earth and its rhythms, all captured through Van Gogh’s unique vision, leaving one contemplative about the labor that nurtures and shapes our world.

Harvest in Provence (for Émile Bernard), Mid-July 1888

Vincent van Gogh

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1888

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3320 × 2504 px

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