1716
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
The Watering Party (L'eau) is a 1716 oil by Nicolas Lancret, a Rococo painting work, depicting Fishing, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting depicts a lively outdoor scene, with a group of people gathered near a body of water. In the foreground, a man is shown holding a fishing net, while another person is kneeling beside him. A woman in a yellow skirt is seated on the ground, and a man in a red jacket is standing behind her. The background features trees and a building, with a few birds flying overhead. The scene is rendered in warm, earthy tones, with a focus on capturing the play of light and shadow. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of spontaneity and energy. For more information on the artist behind this work, explore the life and career of Nicolas Lancret.
Nicolas Lancret (French pronunciation: ; 22 January 1690 – 14 September 1743) was a French painter.
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