The manure pile 1906

"The Manure Pile" (1906) by Swedish artist Carl Larsson (1853–1919) is a watercolor depicting a man working on a pile of manure outside a barn. The scene captures a moment of everyday life on a farm, with chickens and a rooster in the background, highlighting the artist's focus on the details of domestic life. The work exemplifies Larsson's style, known for its intimate and often humorous portrayal of Swedish life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.