Aardappelrooiers 1848 - 1888

Anton Mauve's watercolor painting "Aardappelrooiers" depicts three figures harvesting potatoes in a field at dusk. The soft, muted colors and the brushstrokes of the Dutch artist, known for his landscapes and farm scenes, imbue the composition with a sense of realism and tranquility. The figures, dwarfed by the expansive field, evoke a sense of humble labor and the quiet rhythms of rural life. The small, white dog adds a touch of whimsy to the scene, while the distant horizon suggests the end of a long day's work. "Aardappelrooiers", now in the Rijksmuseum, is a poignant and evocative portrayal of everyday life in 19th-century Netherlands.