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Boy's School

Emile Aubert Lessoire

1840

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Boy's School is a 1840 by Emile Aubert Lessoire, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Emile Aubert Lessoire
When & what style?: 1840 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a group of boys sitting in a room, some looking at papers. They are all wearing similar clothing, with head coverings and loose-fitting shirts and pants. The room has a low ceiling and a small window. One boy is sitting on a bench, looking at a paper. He is wearing a blue vest over his shirt. Another boy is sitting on the floor, playing a stringed instrument. The room is dimly lit, with shadows on the walls. This painting is a great example of Romanticism. You might also like to explore more works by Emile Aubert Lessoire.