Girl at a water well 1892

"Girl at a Water Well" (1892) by Jacek Malczewski depicts a young woman standing at a well, her back to the viewer. She is drawing water from the well, using a bucket and rope, while two horses stand nearby. Malczewski, a prominent Polish Symbolist painter, often used rural scenes and figures to explore themes of solitude and introspection. The subdued color palette and the woman's contemplative pose contribute to the painting's melancholic mood. This painting showcases Malczewski's realistic style, his ability to capture the details of rural life, and his interest in creating evocative landscapes.