Oil Painting on Canvas by Rene Marin dated 1905

Oil Painting on Canvas by Rene Marin dated 1905 is a charming post-impressionist work celebrating the rural life, a common theme amongst French artists championed by the Brothers LeNain.  In this scene on a sunny day a farmer is harvesting hay with the help of his wife and trusty draught horse, loading the hay one pitchfork-full at a time onto the two wheeled cart.  The wonderful earth tones are highlighted by black outlining in this particular technique for a dramatic effect.
Dated 1905
Measures 26H x 30W