Washerwomen
1894
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1894
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a group of women washing clothes in a river. They are wearing long dresses and head coverings, and are bent over, scrubbing the clothes on rocks. The scene is set in a rural landscape with green hills and trees in the background. The women are shown in various poses, some standing, some kneeling, and some sitting on the rocks. They are all focused on their work, and do not seem to be aware of the viewer. The painting is done in a style that emphasizes bold colors and flat forms. The painting is reminiscent of the work of Paul Gauguin, who was known for his depictions of everyday life in rural France.
