In the Kitchen Garden 1883

Carl Larsson's "In the Kitchen Garden" (1883) depicts a woman tending to her garden. The painting's soft, light colors and brushstrokes create a peaceful atmosphere. The focus is on the woman, who is dwarfed by the lush greenery and towering plants. The scene is a testament to the beauty of everyday life, a characteristic of Larsson's "homely realism" style, also known as "Swedish Impressionism". This genre is associated with the everyday activities and domestic spaces of a family, and it was made popular by Larsson throughout his career. The painting currently resides at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden.