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Mending the Baseball, (oil on canvas)

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Mending the Baseball, (oil on canvas)

650883 Mending the Baseball, (oil on canvas) by Witkowski, Karl (1860-1910); 61.3x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mending the Baseball. Karl Witkowski (1860-1910). Oil on canvas. 61.3 x 46cm); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

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102011upload American Artist American Painting Artist American Ball Baseball Braces Dark Direct Gaze Doorstep Expression Facial Expression Karl Witkowski Livelihood Looking At Camera Mending Needle One Boy Only Repair Repairing Resourceful Sewing Equipment Shirt Smile Sports Equipment Step Team Sport Thread Using Hands Witkowski Working Life Youthful Ethnic Origin Headwear Occupation Portrait Style Portraiture


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Mending the Baseball

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is a captivating oil painting by Karl Witkowski, showcasing his artistic talent and attention to detail. The nineteenth-century artwork depicts a young boy diligently repairing a baseball on the doorstep of an entrance. With a smile on his face and wearing braces, he exudes youthful energy and determination. The portrait-style composition captures the essence of working life during that era, highlighting the boy's occupation as a mender. His direct gaze towards the camera reflects his resourcefulness and pride in his craft. Dressed in typical attire of the time, including a hat and full-length clothing, he embodies the spirit of American youth. Witkowski's skillful brushstrokes bring out every intricate detail of this scene - from the thread being used for mending to the sports equipment scattered around him. The dark background adds depth to the painting while emphasizing the boy's focused expression. This artwork not only showcases Witkowski's mastery but also serves as a nostalgic reminder of simpler times when children were actively involved in everyday tasks. It beautifully captures an important aspect of American history - teamwork through sports and craftsmanship. As we admire this timeless piece captured by Bridgeman Images' photography skills, we are transported back to an era where hard work was valued, childhood was cherished, and art immortalized these moments forever.

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