Das Veilchenmädchen 1865

"Das Veilchenmädchen" (The Violet Girl) is a painting by Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller, created in 1865, the year of his death. The artwork portrays a young girl in a rural setting, dressed in a simple white blouse and a skirt, with a blue apron. She holds a plate of violets in her right hand, extending her left hand forward towards the viewer. The girl's cheerful expression and the natural light bathing the scene create a sense of innocence and charm. The painting is a prime example of Waldmüller's focus on depicting everyday life and the beauty of nature, characteristic of Biedermeier art.