Landscape with a House and a Ploughman

“Landscape with a House and a Ploughman” is an oil painting created by the Dutch post-impressionist artist Vincent Van Gogh in 1889. The painting measures 62 cm x 80 cm and depicts a peaceful countryside scene with a small house, a plowman, and an expanse of trees in the background.

Vincent Van Gogh was a prolific artist who produced thousands of paintings and drawings during his lifetime. His other famous works include “The Starry Night,” “Sunflowers,” and “Irises.”

In “Landscape with a House and a Ploughman,” Van Gogh employs his signature swirling brushstrokes and bold use of color to capture the beauty of the rural landscape. The painting radiates a sense of serenity and tranquility, highlighting the pastoral life and hard work of the rural people.

Today, “Landscape with a House and a Ploughman” can be found on display at the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, Netherlands. The painting remains a testament to Van Gogh’s ability to capture the natural world in a way that inspires and transports viewers, inviting them to appreciate the beauty of the simple pleasures of life.