Knitting girl 1884

"Knitting Girl" is a realist painting by Swiss artist Albrecht Anker, completed in 1884. The painting depicts a young girl seated, intently knitting a sock with a basket resting on her lap. Anker is known for his portrayal of everyday life and the simple beauty of ordinary people, a theme evident in this intimate depiction. The girl's focused expression and the meticulous detail of her knitting needles and the basket suggest a quiet, contemplative scene, capturing the essence of domestic life in the 19th century.