Pietro Ricci, a Fisherman of Sospello near Mentone
Marchioness of Waterford Louisa Anne
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Marchioness of Waterford Louisa Anne
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a man in a bright red cap and a green-and-brown jacket. He’s holding a long spear over his shoulder and a staff in his left hand. His face is serious, and the background is plain and light, keeping the focus on him. The artist painted everyday clothing and tools, not fancy armor or a grand setting. This style was common in Realism, where artists showed real people doing real jobs. Next, look up Louisa Anne, Marchioness of Waterford to see more of her work.
