Head of Emaciated Boy 1880 - 1900

"Head of Emaciated Boy" is a portrait by Ladislav Mednyánszky, a Hungarian artist known for his expressive brushstrokes and poignant depictions of the working class. Created between 1880 and 1900, this painting portrays a young boy with a gaunt face and piercing blue eyes. The boy's thinness and melancholic gaze create a sense of vulnerability and hardship, possibly reflecting the difficult social and economic conditions of the time. This work exemplifies Mednyánszky's signature style of realism, capturing the raw emotions and struggles of ordinary people.