Seated Woman with Peasant Boy Holding a Basket
1735
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1735
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Seated Woman with Peasant Boy Holding a Basket is a 1735 ink by François Boucher, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a woman sitting on the ground, holding a small bundle. Beside her stands a boy carrying a basket on his back, looking down at her. The background has a tree and some bushes, drawn in quick, loose lines. The artist used a simple style, focusing on everyday life rather than grand scenes. The lines are scratchy and uneven, giving it a sketchy, hand-drawn feel. If you like this style, look up etching to see how it’s made.
