*** About The Potato Eaters: 'The Potato Eaters', one of Van Gogh's first major works, was painted in April 1885 while he was living in Nuenen, Netherlands. This period marks Van Gogh's profound interest in portraying peasant life. Inspired by the desire to depict the authenticity of their harsh living conditions, Van Gogh chose a color palette that reflects the reality of their environment and lifestyle, away from the often romanticized peasant scenes popular at the time. He spent months preparing for the painting, studying the local peasant community, and seeking to represent their true character and the struggles of rural existence. Currently, the artwork resides in the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam, securing its place as a crucial piece in understanding Van Gogh's early artistic development and his commitment to social realism.