Maria and Her Dog 'Silvio'
1791
oil
From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
1791
oil
From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
This painting shows a woman sitting under a tree, holding a small dog on a leash. She is wearing a white dress with a green shawl draped over her left shoulder. The woman's right hand rests on her forehead, and her left hand holds the dog's leash. The dog, a small white terrier, is looking up at the woman. The background of the painting is a serene landscape with trees, a field, and a cloudy sky. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the technique of chiaroscuro.