Artwork
The Ploughman
The Ploughman is an oil painting by Carl Schweninger der Ältere. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Ploughman is an oil painting created by Carl Schweninger der Ältere around 1862, currently housed at the Kunsthistorisches Museum. It depicts a rural scene of a man ploughing a field with two horses.
Subject & Meaning
The central subject is a laborer dressed in dark attire and a hat, intently guiding two brown and white horses pulling a plough. The focus on the worker and animals conveys a sense of diligent labor.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style, the painting features visible brushstrokes and a muted color palette. These elements contribute to an overall atmosphere of serenity amidst physical labor.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1862 by Carl Schweninger der Ältere, the painting is now part of the collection at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Carl Schweninger der Ältere (1818–1887) was an artist, born in Vienna.
