The barber 1880

"The Barber" (1880) by Nikolaos Gyzis, is a genre painting depicting a scene of everyday life. The painting features a young boy sitting on a stool, getting his hair cut by an elderly man, likely a barber. The setting is a simple interior, emphasizing the intimate nature of the interaction. Gyzis, a prominent Greek painter, is known for his realistic and often sentimental style. His works, like this one, capture the beauty of ordinary moments and the human connection.