“The Goose Girl” is an oil painting on canvas created by William-Adolphe Bouguereau in 1891, which belongs to the Academicism art movement. This portrait, measuring 74 x 152 cm, is housed in the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, US.
The artwork depicts a young girl, barefoot and holding a slender stick behind her back, as she stands in an outdoor rural setting. She is dressed in a traditional peasant outfit consisting of a loose white shirt, a blue skirt, and a multicolored shawl draped over her shoulders. Her gaze is directed towards the viewer, with a slight smile suggesting a sense of innocence and contentment. Behind her, a flock of geese is visible, enhancing the pastoral theme of the painting. The background features a serene landscape with lush greenery and softly lit trees, creating a tranquil and idyllic atmosphere.
