Haystack, eighth mural tempera from the villa "La Falconiera" 1868

This mural tempera, "Haystack, eighth mural tempera from the villa 'La Falconiera'", was painted in 1868 by Italian artist Giovanni Boldini. Depicting a large haystack with a figure climbing a ladder, the artwork showcases Boldini's early exploration of rural landscapes. The muted colors and loose brushstrokes convey a sense of the natural world, with the haystack taking center stage against a backdrop of a distant hillside and a cloudy sky. This work is characteristic of Boldini's later period, where he focused on capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life.