School Bound 1873

John George Brown’s 1873 painting, *School Bound*, depicts a young girl, likely on her way to school, as she sits beside a tree in an autumnal woodland. The girl, dressed in a plaid shawl and pink skirt, holds her slate and pen, conveying a sense of studiousness. The painting’s rich colors and detailed brushwork create a sense of realism and evoke the beauty of the changing season. Brown was known for his genre paintings of everyday life, particularly those focusing on children and working-class families. This painting embodies Brown’s focus on the innocence and charm of childhood.