No One Knows Where the Shoe Pinches But Him Who Wears It
1867
oil
panel
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1867
oil
panel
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
No One Knows Where the Shoe Pinches But Him Who Wears It is a 1867 oil by Alexander Farmer, a Realism work, depicting Medicine, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
The painting depicts a scene of a family gathered around a child, with the father kneeling to tend to the child's foot. The mother stands behind the child, holding them in place, while another child sits on the floor, looking on. The room is dimly lit, with a warm glow emanating from the fireplace in the background. In the foreground, the father's hands are wrapped around the child's foot, as if he is trying to soothe a pain or discomfort. The child's face is contorted in a mixture of fear and discomfort, while the mother's expression is one of concern and reassurance. The painting is a poignant portrayal of a family's tender moment, highlighting the universal experience of childhood pain and the comfort of parental care. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Alexander Farmer.
Alexander Farmer painted quiet, storytelling scenes in the 1860s, using oil paint to capture everyday moments with a hint of humor.
See the richer artist pageYour cart is empty
Explore artworks →
