Artwork
Farmers and Fisherman Working
Farmers and Fisherman Working is a drawing by the Baroque artist Francesco Guardi. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Francesco Guardi's 'Farmers and Fisherman Working' is a drawing created in 1750, exemplifying his evolving style as a Venetian artist. It showcases laborers engaged in everyday tasks.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two figures working in a field with simple tools, conveying a sense of hard labor through their posture. The scene captures a moment of daily Venetian life, focusing on the movement and activity of the workers.
Technique & Style
Executed in a quick and rough manner, the drawing features minimal detail, with the figures and their actions emerging from simple lines and postures. The plain background emphasizes the workers, highlighting Guardi's expressive approach.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francesco Lazzaro Guardi (Italian pronunciation: ; 5 October 1712 – 1 January 1793) was an Italian painter, nobleman, and a member of the Venetian School.
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