The artwork, titled “The Knifegrinder,” was created by James Charles in the year 1887. It belongs to the Realism art movement and is classified under the genre of genre painting.
The artwork captures a scene of daily life, depicting a knifegrinder busily operating his grinding wheel on the street. This central figure is diligently tending to his work, while two children, a boy and a girl dressed in period attire, observe him with keen interest. The environment suggests a quaint, rustic setting with a warm-toned, weathered building serving as the backdrop and greenery adorning the space around. The composition and detail reflect the Realism movement’s focus on portraying everyday activities with authenticity and meticulous attention to detail.
