Old Man Taking A Rest 1901

"Old Man Taking a Rest" (1901) by Swiss painter Albrecht Anker (1831-1910) depicts a simple yet poignant scene of an elderly man taking a break from his labors. Seated before a rustic stove, the man wears an apron and holds a piece of bread in one hand while raising a glass of wine to his lips with the other. His weathered face and worn clothing suggest a life of hard work. A small dog sits patiently at his side, adding a touch of companionship to the scene. Anker's focus on everyday life and the dignity of labor is characteristic of his realist style.