School boy with slate board in a snowy landscape
1875
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
1875
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
This painting shows a young boy standing in a snowy landscape. He is dressed in a brown jacket, green pants, and a striped hat and scarf. The boy holds a slate board in his left hand, with a red book visible underneath. The boy's facial expression is neutral, and his gaze is directed straight ahead. The background of the painting features a serene winter scene, with snow-covered trees and a gray sky. The artist's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and texture in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's work, you might want to look up Albert Anker.
