The Prodigal Son
1890
oil
From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
1890
oil
From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
This painting depicts a man sitting on the ground, holding a stick in his right hand. He is wearing a white cloth wrapped around his waist and a red cloth tied around his hips. The man has dark hair and is barefoot. In the background, there are trees, bushes, and animals, including pigs and cows. The painting has a muted color palette, with shades of brown, green, and gray dominating the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of serenity and contemplation. The Prodigal Son was painted by Pierre Puvis de Chavannes.
