Setting the Trap 

Eastman Johnson's "Setting the Trap" depicts a young boy, clad in a hooded jacket, setting a wooden trap in a snowy forest. The scene is rendered in a realistic style, characteristic of Johnson's work. His focus on portraying the lives of ordinary people is evident in the subject matter, offering a glimpse into rural life. The painting captures a quiet moment of anticipation, suggesting a connection between the boy and the natural world. This is a work by an American artist who is known for his genre paintings which often depicted daily life in the US, and his work continues to resonate with viewers today.