Boy Cutting Grass with a Sickle 1881

"Boy Cutting Grass with a Sickle" is an 1881 drawing by Vincent van Gogh, now housed in the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, Netherlands. The artwork depicts a young man kneeling in a field, using a sickle to cut grass. Van Gogh's signature style is evident in the bold strokes and vibrant colors, emphasizing the simple yet laborious task of the boy's work. This piece reflects Van Gogh's early interest in depicting the lives of ordinary people, which would later become a central theme in his artistic career.