Threshing Wheat 1939

"Threshing Wheat", painted in 1939 by American Regionalist artist Thomas Hart Benton, depicts a scene of rural labor and the mechanization of agriculture. The painting captures the energy of farm workers and the powerful machinery involved in the harvest. Benton's signature style is evident in the bold lines and simplified forms, which create a sense of dynamism and movement. The piece portrays a classic theme within American art: the celebration of hard work and the beauty of the American landscape.