Parable of the Sower 1557

Pieter Bruegel the Elder's "Parable of the Sower", painted in 1557, depicts a scene from the Gospel of Matthew, illustrating the story of a sower scattering seeds. The painting, now at the Timken Museum of Art in San Diego, showcases Bruegel's characteristic attention to detail and panoramic perspective. It portrays a vast landscape, with a sower casting seeds into the ground as the scene unfolds. The painting is notable for its realistic depiction of life in 16th-century Europe, including detailed portrayals of people, animals, and buildings. Bruegel's use of color and light, as well as his skillful composition, bring the story to life in a captivating and memorable way.