The artwork titled “Boy Reclining” is a creation by Thomas Eakins, executed in oil on canvas. Belonging to the Impressionist movement, this nude painting (nu) measures 60.96 by 45.72 centimeters and is part of a private collection.
In the artwork, a young boy is depicted lying on his front in a relaxed, reclining position, angled slightly towards the left. The boy is nude, rendered with a careful study of anatomy characteristic of Eakins’ style. His body language conveys a sense of calmness and serenity, in keeping with the Impressionist emphasis on capturing fleeting moments and the subtleties of light. The background and surroundings are dark and subdued, drawing the viewer’s attention to the figure of the boy, enhancing the intimate and contemplative mood of the painting.
