Wheat Field Behind Saint-Paul Hospital with a Reaper 1889

Painted in 1889, “Wheat Field Behind Saint-Paul Hospital with a Reaper” showcases Vincent van Gogh’s signature Post-Impressionist style. Characterized by bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors, the canvas depicts a sun-drenched wheat field with a solitary reaper in the foreground. The scene is viewed from a slightly elevated perspective, creating a sense of vastness. Van Gogh’s use of thick, impasto paint adds texture and depth to the composition, emphasizing the movement of the wind through the wheat. The painting embodies the artist's fascination with nature and its cyclical rhythms, capturing the beauty and tranquility of a rural landscape.