The Child in Penance
1760
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
1760
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
The painting depicts a young boy sitting on the floor, wearing a black hat adorned with a white feather. He is dressed in a gray tunic over a white shirt, with beige stockings and brown shoes. The boy holds a white cloth to his face, appearing to wipe away tears. A small wooden barrel with a glass and a loaf of bread sits beside him. In the background, a fireplace with a pot and a shelf with various items are visible. The overall atmosphere of the painting suggests a sense of melancholy or remorse. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a striking contrast between light and dark, drawing the viewer's attention to the boy's emotional state.
