Painting description

The image depicts a figure with large, bulging eyes and a sad expression. The background is subdued, olive-toned, which makes the girl’s red dress immediately catch the eye. In her hands is a small animal, a kitten, which looks a bit surprised or frightened. The artist used the impasto technique, making the paint’s texture clearly visible and giving the painting a distinctive style. The atmosphere of the work is somewhat melancholic, yet enigmatic. Looking into the child’s eyes, you can feel as if they’re hiding some secret. Maybe something like “something’s off, but I don’t know what.” The viewer may wonder why the girl is sad. Did something happen? Was the kitten being naughty? The painting technique is somewhat reminiscent of naïve art, which adds charm to the whole composition. The abrupt shifts between a loose and a slightly rough painting style give the work a particular “edge.” Hey, the kitten looks like it’s from a dream, right? And that child… Maybe it’s one of those magical snapshots that prompt reflection on childhood and its twists and turns. Or maybe just a nice scene to ponder on a rainy afternoon.