My Acid Workshop (Where I do my Etching) 1910

Carl Larsson made "My Acid Workshop (Where I do my Etching)" without telling us exactly when, or how. This scene is like a snapshot from a happy, busy life. The colours are soft, watercolour-y, like he's letting us into a sweet memory. Look at how he's built up the textures, especially on the table. You can almost feel the grain of the wood under your fingers. The shadows are gentle, suggesting a warm, diffused light that fills the room. It all feels very intimate, doesn't it? Like a quiet moment caught in time. The etching press sits solid and dark amid the warmth. Larsson reminds me a little of Bonnard, in the way he captures the everyday, turning it into something special. It's not about grand statements, but about finding beauty in the mundane. Like a visual poem about family, work, and the simple joys of home.