The Sower (1890 CE)
Vincent van Gogh’s The Sower (after Millet) depicts a peasant striding across a field while scattering seeds. The figure wears a wide-brimmed hat and carries a large seed sack slung over one shoulder.
Netherlands
Items from the Netherlands, reflecting its history of trade, art, and innovation. These pieces span the Dutch Golden Age to modern times, showcasing a legacy of creativity and maritime prowess.
Field with Poppies (1889 CE)
In Field with Poppies (1889), Vincent van Gogh presents a landscape that feels less observed than experienced. A wide Provençal field is animated by scattered red poppies that seem to pulse against the green ground..
Samson’s Riddle (1638 CE)
The composition, illuminated by Rembrandt’s masterful play with light and darkness, draws the viewer into a scene fraught with anticipation, betrayal, and impending conflict, offering a glimpse into the psychological complexity of its characters with focus on Samson.
The Outdoor Wedding Feast (1630 CE)
This oil-on-panel painting invites viewers into a joyous wedding, filled with rich details that hint at the traditions, values, and spirit of the time.
The Beach at Scheveningen (1658 CE)
With its lively portrayal of figures, horses, carts, and boats under a clear sky, the artwork offers a glimpse into the vibrant maritime culture of the Dutch Golden Age.
Nautilus Cup (1607 CE)
Crafted in 1607, this Dutch silver-gilt and nautilus shell cup by van der Burch features a sea monster head.
The Harvesters (1565 CE)
This masterpiece captures a vivid tableau of harvesters reaping wheat, sharing a simple meal, and resting under a sprawling tree, all set against a sweeping, golden landscape.
Starry Night (1889 CE)
The painting is not a direct depiction of the starry night view from his window but an imaginative composition drawn from memory.
A Summer Evening by Lamp and by Moonlight (1853 CE)
This artwork, a quintessential example of van Schendel’s romantic style, showcases his mastery of light and shadow, inviting viewers into a poetic and nostalgic depiction of a 19th-century European summer evening.