The Sower III (version 1)
1888 Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
About this artwork
This is one of several versions of 'The Sower' painted by Van Gogh, inspired by Jean-François Millet. It depicts a solitary figure working in a field under a dominant, vibrant sun.
Did you know?
Vincent van Gogh often returned to the theme of the sower, seeing it as a symbol of humanity's eternal cycle of labor and hope. His 'Sower' series was deeply influenced by Jean-François Millet, an artist he greatly admired. Van Gogh's intense use of color and light in these paintings reflects his spiritual connection to nature and rural life.
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The Sower III (version 1)
Vincent van Gogh, 1888
