Peasant woman riding an ox
1848
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1848
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a woman riding an ox in a dry, open landscape. She wears a loose coat, a headscarf, and carries a woven basket on her back. The ox walks slowly, and a sheep lies resting in the dusty ground nearby. The artist used soft watercolors to keep the scene simple and natural. The light is gentle, focusing on the woman’s figure against the plain background. Look up Stubbs, George next to see more of his work.
