The Harvest, Pontoise (La Récolte, Pontoise) 1881

"The Harvest, Pontoise" (1881) by Camille Pissarro depicts a group of farmers harvesting in a field near Pontoise, France. The painting captures the essence of Impressionism, featuring short, visible brushstrokes, a focus on light and shadow, and a depiction of everyday life. The composition is well-balanced, with the figures arranged diagonally across the canvas, drawing the viewer's eye towards the horizon. Pissarro was a key figure in the Impressionist movement, known for his landscapes and scenes of rural life. This work is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and is a prime example of Pissarro's mastery of capturing the beauty of the natural world.