The Wood Sawyer 1906

"The Wood Sawyer" (1906) by Australian artist Frederick McCubbin portrays a lone figure in a forest setting, diligently sawing a fallen log. The painting, known for its naturalistic style, captures the physical exertion and the quiet solitude of manual labor. McCubbin's work often focused on rural life and the Australian landscape, reflecting a sense of realism and romanticism that was popular in his time. This painting is a quintessential example of his artistic style.