The Milkmaid's Garland (Humours of May Day) (decorative painting for a supper-box at Vauxhall Gardens, London)
1741
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1741
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a lively scene of people in old-fashioned clothing. There are women in long dresses and men in hats and coats. They are standing in a garden or park, with trees and buildings in the background. Some of the people are holding instruments or flowers. In the center of the painting, a man is holding a large decorated object above his head. The people around him seem to be celebrating or dancing. The colors used in the painting are muted, with lots of browns and greens. The painting is a decorative piece that was originally meant to be displayed in a supper-box at Vauxhall Gardens in London. You can learn more about the artist, Francis Hayman.
