Little Donkey in Sunlight (Somarello al sole) c. late 19th century

"Little Donkey in Sunlight" (Somarello al sole) is an etching by Giovanni Fattori, an Italian artist associated with the Macchiaioli movement. The print, created in the late 19th century, depicts a donkey standing in profile, its head bowed, under a bright, possibly sun-drenched sky. The etching shows Fattori's focus on capturing light and shadow, a hallmark of the Macchiaioli style. The donkey is rendered with detail, highlighting the animal's anatomy and its working-class purpose, likely used for carrying goods or people. The print exemplifies Fattori's interest in depicting the rural life of Tuscany, Italy.