Painted in 1879, The Sulky Girl is one of the most charming and well-known genre scenes by Serbian realist painter Uroš Predić (1857–1953). Known for his meticulous technique and ability to portray everyday life with warmth and subtle humor, Predić created this piece early in his career.

The painting depicts a young girl, arms crossed and visibly pouting — a small domestic drama full of emotion, rendered with empathy and gentle irony. The rustic interior and soft lighting enhance the relatable mood of childhood stubbornness.

This intimate work exemplifies Predić’s skill in capturing genuine emotion and has become an iconic image in Serbian art history. Today, the painting is part of the permanent collection of the Gallery of Matica Srpska in Novi Sad, Serbia.