Boy with a Dog 1650

"Boy with a Dog" is a 17th-century oil painting by the Spanish Baroque artist Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, now residing at the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg. This intimate portrait depicts a young boy with a mischievous grin, holding out his hand, perhaps asking for alms. The soft lighting and warm colors lend a sense of charm and innocence to the scene. The boy's humble clothing and the dog at his side suggest a simple, working-class life. This painting exemplifies Murillo's mastery of depicting everyday scenes with a touch of realism and emotional depth, capturing the beauty of simple moments in life.