Aardappelrooiers op het land 1927

"Aardappelrooiers op het land" (Potato Diggers in the Field) is a watercolor by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, painted in 1927. It depicts a group of farmworkers harvesting potatoes in a field, with a small village in the distance. The painting showcases Gestel's mastery of color and form, capturing the simple beauty of everyday labor. The figures are rendered with simplified shapes and bold strokes, emphasizing their physicality and the intensity of their work. The painting's muted palette of browns, greens, and grays creates a sense of realism and depth. This work is a testament to Gestel's commitment to portraying the lives of ordinary people and their connection to the land. It currently resides at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.