This painting is called “The Potato Eaters”, and it is an oil painting by Vincent van Gogh, created in April 1885 in Nuenen, Netherlands.
It depicts a peasant family around a dining table, showcasing the harsh realities of rural life.
Van Gogh aimed to portray the dignity of the working class, using dark tones and coarse features to reflect their struggles.
The painting is iconic, and it is considered one of his early masterpieces, demonstrating his commitment to becoming a skilled figure painter.
A.G. Munson
