The image shows an open field being farmed. The horizon is visible, with farmers using horses to pull plows. Men are seen walking with satchels, spreading seeds, while a woman holds a measuring stick. More farmers with plows are visible in the distance, creating depth. The color palette consists of earthy browns, blues, and subtle warm tones.
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The Sowers

Archie Thompson (American, 1886-1975)

artist after Olof Krans (American, born Sweden, 1838 - 1916)

c. 1939

Medium
oil on board
Classification
Index of American Design
Dimensions
Overall: 45.7 x 61.4 cm (18 x 24 3/16 in.) ; framed: 54.9 x 70.6 x 2.5 cm (21 5/8 x 27 13/16 x 1 in.)
Culture
American
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-W
Credit line
Index of American Design
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Teens profiles and older: its museum says too little about what it shows to place it for younger viewers. How works are placed

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