13. Gathering the Harvest 1909

"Gathering the Harvest" (1909) by American artist Francis Davis Millet depicts two figures, one in a red shirt, and one in a white shirt, gathering crops in a field. The scene shows a rural landscape of mountains in the distance and dried stalks of corn and pumpkins in the foreground. Millet, known for his illustrations, captures the simple labor of the harvest in this painting, suggesting the cycle of life and the bounty of the land. The scene likely reflects the artist's personal experience with rural America, and the painting's subject matter resonates with audiences who appreciate the beauty of nature and the hard work of farmers.