Artwork
Peasant Woman Peeling Potatoes
Peasant Woman Peeling Potatoes is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Suze Robertson. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Peasant Woman Peeling Potatoes is a 1900 oil painting by Suze Robertson, a Dutch artist associated with the Amsterdamse Joffers group.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman engaged in domestic labor, peeling potatoes in a dimly lit, rustic setting, highlighting the everyday lives of rural people.
Technique & Style
Characterized by thick, textured brushstrokes and earthy tones, the work exemplifies the post-impressionist style, with a focus on capturing the tactile quality of the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, reflecting its significance within the context of Dutch art at the turn of the 20th century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Suze Robertson (17 December 1855 – 18 October 1922) was a Dutch painter. She belonged to a group of artists known as the Amsterdamse Joffers.
