Wheatfield with Crows
Wheatfield with Crows is one of Van Gogh’s most powerful and emotionally charged landscapes, showing a stormy, dark sky over a vibrant wheat field filled with swirling, intense brushstrokes. Black crows soar across the sky, adding a sense of movement and mystery. The central path seems to lead nowhere, giving this painting a haunting atmosphere and leaving viewers captivated by its energy and emotion.
1890
About the Artwork
Created in July 1890, Wheatfield with Crows is believed to be one of Van Gogh’s final works, painted during the last weeks of his life in Auvers-sur-Oise. With his mental health increasingly fragile, Van Gogh poured his emotions into his art, and this work, with its wild brushstrokes and turbulent sky, mirrors his inner turmoil.
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Did You Know
Did you know that Wheatfield with Crows has often been interpreted as Van Gogh’s final painting? While this isn’t confirmed, it has become widely associated with the artist’s last days, adding a poignant layer to its meaning.
The crows in the painting are often viewed as symbols—some interpret them as ominous signs of death, while others see them as a symbol of freedom. What do they represent to you?
Wheatfield with Crows is located at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. It’s become one of the most visited paintings, drawing viewers from all over the world who are captivated by its mystery and emotion.
