The mirror of life (And what one does, and the others do) 1898

"The mirror of life (And what one does, and the others do)" is a painting created by Italian artist Pellizza da Volpedo in 1898. The painting, now located in the Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art (GAM) in Turin, Italy, depicts a flock of sheep walking across a field, with a single black sheep standing out among the white ones. The artwork is a symbolist piece that explores themes of individuality and conformity. The sheep, as a symbol of the masses, move in unison while the black sheep represents the lone individual who chooses a different path. The painting is a testament to Pellizza da Volpedo's interest in social and philosophical themes.