Artwork
Peasant Woman of Brittany
Peasant Woman of Brittany is an oil painting by the Realist artist Edward Hughes. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Peasant Woman of Brittany is an oil painting created by Edward Hughes in 1861, now held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a calm and introspective Breton peasant woman, dressed in traditional attire, holding a red book and gazing directly at the viewer, evoking a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
The subject is set against a warm, earthy background, with a wooden cabinet or door behind her, and is rendered in detail, with textures such as the plaid shawl and white headscarf visible, while her expression is characterized by a sense of stillness.
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