July

Cornelis Dusart

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of figures working with hay and farm tools. The image depicts a dynamic rural scene with three figures actively engaged in what appears to be hay gathering or stacking. One figure is energetically throwing a large bundle of hay, while another is reclining on the ground. A third figure in the background is holding a pitchfork, possibly pushing hay onto a cart. The setting includes an old-fashioned wooden wagon with large wheels partially loaded with hay. The ground is scattered with various farm tools, a basket, and a large jug. The painting's style features strong contrasts and energetic figures, conveying a sense of movement common in genre painting. This is in the style of Jan Miense Molenaer.