Children running from a Thunderstorm 1872

Konstantin Egorovich Makovsky's "Children Running from a Thunderstorm" depicts the poignant moment of two young girls seeking shelter from a sudden downpour. The older girl, her face etched with worry, carries her younger sibling on her back as they navigate a flooded path. The painting, created in 1872, exemplifies Makovsky's mastery in capturing the innocence and vulnerability of childhood. The dramatic sky, with its swirling clouds and hints of rain, contrasts with the lush greenery of the surrounding landscape, creating a sense of urgency and impending danger. This poignant scene, housed in the Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia, remains a powerful portrayal of human resilience in the face of nature's unpredictable fury.