Laddie 1908

"Laddie," painted in 1908 by American artist Frank W. Benson, is a portrait of a young boy standing in a field with sunlight filtering through the leaves of a tree overhead. Benson, known for his mastery of light and color, uses soft, warm tones to capture the innocence and beauty of his subject. The Impressionistic style of the painting, with its loose brushstrokes and emphasis on capturing the fleeting moment, makes "Laddie" a cherished example of American portraiture.