Wheat Field with Sheaves and Arles in the Background 1888

Vincent van Gogh's "Wheat Field with Sheaves and Arles in the Background" is a pen and ink drawing from 1888, depicting a field of wheat sheaves with the town of Arles in the background. The drawing is characterized by van Gogh's signature expressive brushstrokes, which are rendered here in a series of hatched lines. The use of black ink against a white background highlights the contrast between the light and dark areas of the scene, creating a sense of depth and volume. The composition of the drawing is simple, with the sheaves of wheat taking up the foreground and the town of Arles receding into the distance. Van Gogh's use of line and form creates a sense of movement and energy, bringing the rural scene to life.