“A Fisherman”, created by Anders Zorn in 1888, is an oil on canvas painting that embodies the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. The artwork deftly captures everyday life in a realistic manner, a hallmark of Zorn’s exceptional craftsmanship.
The artwork portrays a serene moment with two figures leaning on a stone wall, overlooking a river or bay. The fisherman, dressed in simple attire with boots and a cap, stands beside a woman clad in a patterned dress with a white apron tied around her waist. The scene is suffused with a warm, muted palette, evoking a tranquil and contemplative atmosphere. A lamp post stands nearby, casting a subtle light on the figures. The distant cityscape and soft colors of the sky suggest either dawn or dusk, adding to the serene tone of the painting.
