Balthus Painting 'The Golden Days' (1944-1946) at Hirshhorn Museum

The painting 'The Golden Days' by Balthus, created between 1944 and 1946, is housed at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in Washington DC. This oil on canvas measures 58.25 by 78.375 inches. Acquired in 1966, the work entered the museum's collection through a gift from the Joseph H. Hirshhorn Foundation. The Hirshhorn Museum operates under the Smithsonian Institution. Information about this artwork was published on December 23, 2013, by artcritical. The painting represents a significant mid-20th century work by the artist. Its presence in a major Washington museum underscores its importance within modern art collections.