1881
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Business Neglected is a 1881 by John George Brown, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a young boy sitting on a wooden stool, playing a flute. He is dressed in a cap, shirt, pants, and boots, with his legs crossed and his body turned to the left. The background is a plain wall with vertical lines, possibly made of wood or stone. The boy's posture and facial expression suggest that he is fully engaged in playing the flute, lost in the music. The artist has captured the boy's concentration and skill with the instrument, conveying a sense of joy and dedication. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of John George Brown.
John George Brown (November 11, 1831 – February 8, 1913) was a British citizen and an American painter who specialized in genre scenes.
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