Young Woman at a Fountain
1824
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
1824
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
This painting depicts a young woman standing in an arched, trellis-covered walkway. She is dressed in a red dress with white sleeves and has her dark hair pulled back. The woman is barefoot and stands with her hands clasped in front of her. A wide-brimmed straw hat lies on the ground to her left, accompanied by a pitcher. In the background, a sarcophagus is visible, and a fountain is situated to the right of the woman. The setting appears to be a serene, natural environment. The artist has employed a range of colors, including greens, browns, and reds, to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The use of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to explore the paintings of François Fleury-Richard.