This beautiful painting, signed 'Lucien Herckhove 1946', is clearly inspired by the style of Franz von Defregger, the famous Austro-Bavarian painter who specialized in genre scenes and historical paintings. Here the artist captures an intimate scene of Tyrolean rural life, with great attention to the details typical of mountain life. It shows a peasant couple, sitting on a bench in front of their house, representing a warm and familiar moment. The man, wearing a hat and smoking a pipe, is dressed in traditional Tyrolean clothing, while his wife, at his side, repairs a sock. This realistic detail underlines the simple and hard-working daily life of these peasants. A particularly touching detail is the sleeping child on the woman's lap, symbolizing the tenderness of family life. This emotional scene adds additional depth to the work, illustrating the gentleness and serenity of the rural world. Characteristics: Technique: Oil on canvas Signature: Signed 'Lucien Herckhove 1946' Inspiration: Style of Franz von Defregger Subject: Scene of Tyrolean rural life with a peasant couple Size: 60cm x 45.5cm This painting, while paying homage to Defregger's style, incorporates distinctive elements that give it its own originality. It brilliantly captures the beauty of rural life and the tenderness of family life, leaving a lasting impression on viewers. Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this unique work that combines tradition and emotion, ideal for lovers of peasant art and genre scenes. Type:Oil Style:1940-1960 Genre:Expressionism Characteristics:Signed, On canvas Theme:Genre scene