The oil painting Going to School (The Reluctant Schoolboy) by John Burn, an artist active in the late nineteenth century, portrays a young boy standing barefoot in the doorway. He shields his eyes from the sun with one hand while holding a stack of books under his other arm. The title offers insight into the nature of the scene, capturing the boy's reluctance to attend school. The painting is executed with remarkable detail, showcasing the painter's keen eye for light and his careful use of colour, bringing the moment to life with great subtlety.

John Burn, active late 19th century