The Fields

In The Fields (1908) by Félix Vallotton, the artist presents a vast and serene rural landscape, characterized by bold contrasts of color and light. The painting features a long stretch of farmland, divided into sections of green crops and golden fields of grain. A dirt path cuts through the center, leading the viewer's eye toward the distant horizon, where a dark line of trees forms a boundary between the land and sky. The sky itself is a soft, pale blue with hints of clouds, suggesting a calm and sunny day. Vallotton's use of simple shapes, strong shadows, and vibrant colors creates a sense of order and tranquility, capturing the timeless beauty of agricultural life.