The artwork, titled “Woman Reeling Yarn,” is a meticulous creation by Vincent van Gogh, completed in 1884 in Nuenen, Netherlands. Executed with ink on paper, this piece belongs to the Realism art movement and is categorized as a sketch and study. It is currently housed in the Kröller-Müller Museum located in Otterlo, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts a domestic scene with a woman engaged in reeling yarn, an activity indicative of daily life during the period. The composition is set within an interior space, suggested by the presence of a window in the background allowing light into the room. The woman is positioned centrally, focusing on her task, which involves a large spinning wheel and other related apparatus. The ink technique provides a detailed, textured representation of the subjects, emphasizing the realism of the scene. The intricate shading and lines reflect van Gogh’s skill in capturing the essence of ordinary activities with a profound sense of authenticity and simplicity.
