The Gardener
The Met
Artist: Georges Seurat(French, Paris 1859–1891 Paris)
Date: 1882–83
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on wood
Dimensions: 6 1/4 x 9 3/4 in. (15.9 x 24.8 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Miss Adelaide Milton de Groot (1876-1967), 1967
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A person bends over in a field, surrounded by green and yellow foliage and tree trunks
Detailed Description
An artwork depicts a person bending forward, positioned slightly to the left of the center. The individual wears a light-colored shirt, possibly white or light blue, and darker trousers, likely blue or grey. Their head is bowed, and their back is curved as they reach down towards a dark, indistinct object or area at the bottom center, possibly a basket or plants. To the left of the person, two prominent tree trunks rise vertically, painted with visible brushstrokes in shades of brown, blue, and orange, suggesting textured bark and shadows. The background and foreground are filled with a vibrant array of green and yellow brushstrokes, creating the impression of dense foliage, leaves, and bright grass. The greens range from deep forest green to bright lime, while the yellows suggest bright light or flowers. The scene appears to be an outdoor setting, possibly a garden or a field, with strong light and shadow contrasts created by the varied color palette and thick application of paint. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive. The composition is horizontal, with the figure occupying a significant portion of the central space.
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