The Gleaners

"The Gleaners" is a famous painting by Jean-François Millet from 1857 that depicts three women gathering leftover grain after harvest in a rural field. The artwork highlights the dignity and hard work of the rural poor, emphasizing themes of labor, poverty, and social class. Millet’s realistic style captures their physical effort and humble circumstances, challenging viewers to consider societal inequalities. The painting is celebrated for its portrayal of rural life and has become an icon of social realism, reflecting both the beauty and struggles of agricultural laborers in 19th-century France.