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Boy making a wooden boat, 1859 (oil on canvas)
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Boy making a wooden boat, 1859 (oil on canvas)
OVR394309 Boy making a wooden boat, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Lorck, Carl Julius (1829-82); 44x27 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering
Media ID 24684032
© O. Vaering / Bridgeman Images
Absorbed Concentrating Concentration Hobby Knife Woodwork
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In this oil on canvas painting by Carl Julius Lorck, we are transported back to the year 1859, where a young boy is seen engrossed in his craft. The scene depicts a small interior space with the child seated at a wooden table, diligently working on carving a miniature boat. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he captures every aspect of the boy's concentration and focus. With his brows furrowed and knife in hand, the child delicately shapes and molds the woodwork before him. It is clear that this hobby brings him immense joy and satisfaction. The composition showcases the full length of the boy, emphasizing his dedication to his task. Surrounding him are various tools of his trade - knives, pieces of wood - indicating that woodworking has become an integral part of his life. Lorck masterfully portrays not only the physical act of carving but also conveys a sense of absorbed tranquility within this young craftsman. The painting invites us to appreciate both the skillful technique employed by Lorck and also marvel at how such simple activities can captivate our minds. This charming artwork serves as a reminder that even in simpler times, children found solace and fulfillment through their hobbies – an important lesson for us all today.
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