English: The Scutching of Hemp by Francesco Filippini, 1889, Oil on Canvas, Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan. The painting portrays a **traditional rural scene**, capturing the physical labor involved in the scutching (or beating) of hemp, a key process in the production of hemp fibers. Filippini’s detailed and expressive brushwork emphasizes the **texture** of both the raw material and the human figures at work, showcasing his focus on everyday life and the **hardships of rural labor**. The depiction of the workers is both realistic and **evocative**, reflecting Filippini’s **Impressionist influences**.