Boy on the Rocks
1897 National Gallery of Art
About this artwork
This oil on canvas depicts a young boy perched atop jagged rock formations against a plain, light blue background. The work is signed with the artist's initial 'H' in the lower right corner.
Did you know?
Henri Rousseau was a self-taught tax collector who painted during his spare time, often being mocked by contemporary critics for his simplified, almost child-like technique. Despite the lack of formal training, his bold compositions and dream-like imagery eventually captured the attention of avant-garde artists like Picasso, who celebrated his raw and unconventional vision.
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Boy on the Rocks
Henri Rousseau, 1897
