Half-length Portrait of an Old Farmer by Paula Modersohn-Becker is a compelling and intimate portrayal of rural life. The elderly farmer, with his weathered face and solemn expression, is captured in a moment of quiet dignity. Modersohn-Becker’s bold use of color and simplified forms highlights the subject’s strength and resilience, while her soft, expressive brushstrokes convey a deep empathy for the working class. The portrait reflects her ability to depict the human condition with sincerity and emotional depth.