The Gleaners

"The Gleaners," a painting by Camille Pissarro, portrays a rural scene where women collect leftover crops in a field. The artwork showcases the laborious yet essential task of gleaning, symbolizing themes of rural life, poverty, and the cycle of seasons. Pissarro's brushwork and attention to light and color bring a sense of realism to the rustic setting, emphasizing the dignity of the women and their connection to the land through their work, portraying a scene of both hardship and resilience in the countryside.