Smoking Boy with Chicken black and white photograph - photography - photographs Serving Tray calm-reflections crowned by the word "MATISSE"

crowned by the word "MATISSE" in teal capitals

A seated female figure rendered in warm golden yellow occupies the composition

arranged in a playful grid against a warm beige background

where several figures in swimwear float

Smoking Boy with Chicken black and white photograph - photography - photographs Serving Tray calm-reflections crowned by the word "MATISSE"A young boy in dark clothing sits on a small chair beside a white chicken, both creatures turned slightly toward each other in an unexpectedly companionable pose. Shot in black and white with rich tonal gradations, the photograph captures an oddly tender moment between child and animal, rendered with the formal stillness of vintage documentary photography. Crafted from eco friendly bamboo with a glossy printed surface and made to order, hand wash