Saturday Afternoon 1875

"Saturday Afternoon" is a painting by Jervis McEntee, completed in 1875. The painting depicts a tranquil scene of a rural landscape with figures enjoying a leisure day by a stream. The use of soft browns, blues, and yellows in the painting creates a sense of calm and warmth. The figures in the distance, seen ice skating on a frozen pond, and those by the banks of the stream add to the overall sense of peacefulness. McEntee was known for his detailed depictions of landscapes, and "Saturday Afternoon" is a fine example of his skill in capturing the beauty of the natural world. The painting currently resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.