The Shepherdess (after Millet) 1889

"The Shepherdess (after Millet)" is a painting by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1889, that depicts a seated woman with a shepherd's crook. This work, now housed in the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, reflects van Gogh's admiration for the French Realist painter Jean-François Millet, whose work often depicted rural life. The painting, painted in van Gogh's signature Post-Impressionist style, features bold brushstrokes and a vibrant palette of blues and yellows, evoking a sense of movement and emotion. It is a powerful portrayal of a lone figure amidst a vast landscape, capturing the simplicity and dignity of rural life.