The artwork titled “Italian Piper” was created by William-Adolphe Bouguereau in 1874. This piece, rendered in oil on canvas, belongs to the Academicism movement and is classified as a genre painting. The artwork’s dimensions are 101.6 x 76.2 cm.
The artwork depicts a young boy seated on a stone step, playing a pipe. The boy is dressed in traditional attire, featuring a white shirt, a red vest, and light-colored trousers. The setting has a rustic ambiance, with the stone structure and surrounding environment contributing to a serene and contemplative mood. The boy’s expression, coupled with the details of the folds in his clothing and the texture of the stone, exemplifies Bouguereau’s characteristic meticulous technique and attention to detail. The artwork captures a moment of musical solitude, blending realism with a gentle, idyllic charm.
