A Scottish Fisher Girl

About this work

This painting shows a woman standing outdoors, dressed in a simple white shirt, a red sash, and a long skirt with red and blue stripes. She wears a light-colored head covering and holds a basket on her arm. Behind her is a woven basket on sticks, and her bare feet rest on a patch of grass. The loose, watery brushstrokes give the scene a soft, sketchy feel. This style was common in Romantic-era works, which often focused on everyday life. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.