Returning from the Fields 1901

"Returning from the Fields" is a 1901 painting by Polish artist Jacek Malczewski (1854-1929), which depicts a close-up portrait of a weathered farmer. He is wearing a brown jacket and a wide-brimmed straw hat, with his rake resting on his shoulder. His face, seen in three-quarter view, shows the toil and hardship of farm labor with deep-set eyes and a thick beard. Malczewski's realist style captures the dignity and strength of the working class, often featuring themes of rural life in his work. The painting offers a glimpse into the lives of Poland's working population at the turn of the 20th century, providing a poignant look at the hardship and beauty of farm life.