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Morning. Going to Work (after Millet )
Morning. Going to Work (after Millet ) is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. Morning.
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Overview
Morning. Going to Work (after Millet) is an oil painting held at the State Hermitage Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a man and woman walking in a field, the man carrying a pitchfork and the woman a basket, set against a cloudy sky. The scene depicts a rural laborer and companion heading to work.
Technique & Style
Thick, expressive brushstrokes create visible texture on the canvas. The dominant colors are muted shades of yellow, brown, and blue. The style is reminiscent of Vincent van Gogh's characteristic bold and expressive use of color and brushwork.
History & Provenance
The painting was created in 1896, after the work of Jean-François Millet. It is attributed to Vincent van Gogh.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Vincent Willem van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.
