Boy with a Stick 1879

Winslow Homer's "Boy with a Stick" (1879) is a graphite drawing that captures a solitary boy perched on a stump in a rural setting. With a stick in hand, the boy gazes towards the horizon, evoking a sense of youthful contemplation and connection with nature. The loose lines and simplified forms characteristic of Homer's style create a sense of immediacy and intimacy, drawing the viewer into the scene. Homer's exploration of childhood innocence and the natural world is a recurring theme in his work, further cemented by his signature at the bottom of the drawing.