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This drawing depicts a field leading towards a town or city in the distance, with a horizon line showing rows of rooftops. Towers and chimneys release smoke against the otherwise clear sky. Closer to us, the large field is depicted with short vertical strokes suggesting grass or crops, with tall, tied bundles interspersed throughout the space. In the center of the field, a person in a hat holds a long scythe and cuts a path through the field. Another person seems to be behind them, facing away from us. The people are drawn with simple lines and little detail, as is the rest of the drawing. The background is beige paper.
Vincent van Gogh, The Harvest, 1888, reed pen and brown ink over graphite on wove paper, Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, 1985.64.91

The Harvest

Vincent van Gogh · 1888 · reed pen and brown ink over graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1985.64.91

The image displays a series of curved and flowing lines creating abstract shapes that appear to outline human figures in motion. The composition uses vibrant colors including red, orange, yellow, blue, and green against a watercolor background. The forms are loosely reminiscent of people wearing hats and cloaks, depicted through expressive lines and colors, portraying a dynamic scene hinting at movement and rhythm.
Elsie Driggs, Merrymount, 1934, watercolor, chalk, and graphite on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase through a gift of Mrs. G. V. Fox, 1981), 2015.19.2813

Merrymount

Elsie Driggs · 1934 · watercolor, chalk, and graphite on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2813