Peasant, Chopping 1885

"Peasant, Chopping" is a charcoal drawing by Vincent van Gogh, completed in 1885. The drawing depicts a peasant, seen from behind, bending over and chopping wood with a large axe. The drawing is a study of both the figure and the landscape, capturing the movement of the peasant's body and the texture of the surrounding environment. Van Gogh's characteristic use of expressive lines and brushstrokes is visible in this drawing, emphasizing the hard work of the peasant. The drawing is currently on display at the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, Netherlands.