The Costerwoman

About this work

This painting shows a woman with a big basket of flowers on her head. The brushstrokes are thick and bold, with lots of black and white contrasts. The background looks like a simple wall and sky, but the woman’s face and body are mostly shapes and shadows. The artist used watercolor, which makes the colors look soft in some spots. The flowers are a mix of dark and light patches, almost like a quick sketch. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more work like this.