The Hülsenbeck children
1800
oil
From the collection of Hamburger Kunsthalle
1800
oil
From the collection of Hamburger Kunsthalle
This painting shows three children in a garden. The youngest is sitting in a wheelbarrow, while the other two stand beside it. The child on the right holds a large leaf, and the one in the middle has a stick raised above their head. The scene is set against a white picket fence and features a large sunflower plant on the left. The children are dressed in old-fashioned clothing, with the youngest wearing a red dress and the others in green and white outfits. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the children. Next, explore more works by Philipp Otto Runge.
