A Sleeping Boy and a Man Removing Fleas from Himself

About this work

This painting shows a man sitting on a stone, shirtless, with his pants rolled up. He's holding a cloth to his arm, looking down at it. Next to him, a boy is sleeping on the ground, leaning against the stone. The man has a dog at his feet. In the background, there's a person standing, and some trees and buildings in the distance. The scene is set in a quiet, outdoor spot. The man seems to be focused on removing something from his arm, while the boy sleeps peacefully beside him. The atmosphere is calm and serene. This painting is part of the collection at the Mauritshuis.