Child Reaching 1940

"Child Reaching" is a 1940 woodcut by American artist Will Barnet (1911-present). The artwork depicts a child, standing on a red stool, reaching towards a table with a red tablecloth. The child's pose and the scene's overall composition convey a sense of playful innocence. Barnet's use of bold colors and simplified forms is characteristic of his style, which drew inspiration from both modernism and folk art. The scene, set within a domestic setting, is imbued with a warmth and nostalgia that resonates with viewers.