Kristian Hjerteknuser 

This painting, "Kristian Hjerteknuser," is a portrait by Norwegian artist Theodor Kittelsen. The artwork features a young boy wearing a straw hat, sitting on a bench surrounded by greenery. He is intently reading a book, his expression focused on the page. The painting captures a moment of quiet contemplation and the simple pleasures of youth. Kittelsen, known for his romantic realism and depictions of Norwegian folklore, often painted scenes of nature and rural life.