Feeding the Lamb 1875

Eastman Johnson's "Feeding the Lamb" (1875) depicts a young girl in a field, her attention focused on a single lamb that approaches her expectantly. The warm palette and soft light create a gentle and idyllic scene, conveying the innocence and purity of childhood. Johnson, known for his realism and focus on everyday life, captures a tender moment of interaction between child and animal, emphasizing the simple pleasures of rural life.