Meules de blé #96

Vincent van Gogh’s “Meules de blé,” painted in June 1888 during his Provençal summer in Arles, captures the vibrant harvest scene with towering wheat stacks. This series marked the peak of his artistic output. Influenced by Japonisme, Van Gogh revolutionized drawing during this time, combining bold lines and vivid color. The Millet-esque depiction of women harvesting wheat symbolizes his deep connection to farm life. The painting’s journey through collections reflects historical events, including anti-Jewish persecution and art confiscation during the Nazi regime. For collectors like Miriam Caroline Alexandrine de Rothschild, recovering looted art became a post-war mission.