Summer
1873
Franz Rumpler captures a lazy, hazy summer day in 1873 with this loose, atmospheric scene that feels like a breath of fresh country air. A naked boy stands knee-deep in a pond surrounded by white ducks, while women in headscarves work on the bank and cows graze in the misty distance. The brushstrokes are incredibly quick and sketchy, giving the whole scene a vibrating feeling of heat and movement. It’s a charming glimpse into 19th-century rural life, balancing the innocence of playing children with the hard work of the adults nearby.
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