The Four-Leaf Clover 1873

"The Four-Leaf Clover" (1873) by Winslow Homer depicts a young girl in a white dress and straw hat, seated in a garden next to a window. Her gaze is directed towards a four-leaf clover she is holding in her hand, highlighting the simple pleasures of nature. Homer's use of light and color, characteristic of his Realist style, creates a sense of peace and tranquility within the scene. This painting, while not among Homer's most famous works, is a charming example of his ability to capture the beauty of everyday life.