Roeoptagning 1886

"Roeoptagning" (1886) by Danish artist N.P. Mols, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a rural scene of two men harvesting turnips with the aid of two oxen pulling a cart. The painting's realism and focus on everyday labor evoke a sense of authenticity and a glimpse into the lives of working-class people in 19th-century Denmark. The muted color palette and detailed brushstrokes create a sense of quiet contemplation and natural beauty.