Puck

About this work

This print shows a small, winged child—called a putto—sitting in a forest. The child has chubby arms raised, holding a flower in one hand and a cloth in the other. Trees and bushes fill the background, with a few other small figures in the shadows. The scene looks like a quiet, dreamy moment in nature. The putto’s soft, rounded face and playful pose make it look almost like a mischievous kid. The artist used shading to give the scene depth, making the forest feel dark and mysterious. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more prints like it.