An after lunch (the arbor) 1868

"An After Lunch (The Arbor)" (1868) by Italian artist Silvestro Lega is a depiction of a leisurely afternoon scene in a garden. The painting, now housed in the Palazzo Brera in Milan, showcases the artist's signature Realist style, emphasizing everyday life and naturalism. The work features a group of women and a young girl, likely members of an upper-class family, enjoying their afternoon in the shade of a leafy arbor. The painting's soft light and meticulous detail capture the tranquil atmosphere of the scene, highlighting the natural beauty of the garden and the intimate moments shared among the figures.