Artwork
Peasant with Hoe, Basket and Hen
Peasant with Hoe, Basket and Hen is a print by Ludolph Büsinck. It dates from 1639 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Peasant with Hoe, Basket and Hen is a print by Ludolph Büsinck, created around 1639. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a peasant in a field, holding a hoe and a basket, with a hen nearby. The peasant's simple attire and the serene atmosphere suggest a focus on everyday rural life.
Technique & Style
The work showcases attention to detail, evident in the texture of the peasant's clothing and the hen's feathers. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, is also characteristic of the print's style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ludolph Büsinck (c.1600–1669) was a German painter and wood-engraver, born at Hann.
