The artwork, “La Bourrique,” was created by William-Adolphe Bouguereau in 1884. This genre painting, executed with oil on canvas, falls under the Academicism art movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 137 cm by 101.5 cm.
The artwork depicts a pastoral scene featuring two young children engaged in playful activity against a verdant, wooded backdrop. One child supports the weight of the other on hands and knees, while the second child sits atop, suggesting a moment of innocent and joyous play. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail and realistic portrayal of the children, along with the soft and harmonious colors, convey a sense of tenderness and simplicity characteristic of Bouguereau’s style. The natural surroundings enhance the serene and bucolic atmosphere of the composition.
