Artwork
Haystacks
Haystacks is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Simon Hollósy. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Simon Hollósy's 'Haystacks' is a 1912 oil painting held in the Hungarian National Gallery. It exemplifies the artist's contribution to the Post-Impressionist movement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two haystacks in a field, varying in size and distance from the viewer. The earthy tones of the haystacks contrast with the green field, creating a simple yet evocative scene.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, 'Haystacks' is characterized by its textured surface and visible brushstrokes, lending a sense of realism to the work. The palette is subdued, with an emphasis on earth tones.
History & Provenance
Painted in 1912, 'Haystacks' is a product of Hollósy's mature period. As a key figure in the Nagybánya artists' colony, Hollósy influenced the development of Hungarian art in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Artist & collection
Artist
Simon Hollósy (2 February 1857 – 8 May 1918) was a Hungarian painter. He was considered one of the greatest Hungarian representatives of 19th-century Naturalism and Realism. Hollósy was not highly productive as an…
