Untitled (Woman Picking Blossoms)
1890
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1890
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Untitled (Woman Picking Blossoms) is a 1890 ink by Charles Yardley Turner, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a woman in a long, white dress standing in front of a wooden fence, surrounded by trees and bushes. She is reaching up to pick blossoms from a branch above her head. The woman's dress is loose-fitting and has a high neckline, with a belt around her waist. Her hair is pulled back, and she wears no jewelry or accessories. The fence behind her is made of rough-hewn wood and has a gate that appears to be slightly ajar. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility, with the woman lost in thought as she tends to the blossoms. The use of muted colors and soft brushstrokes adds to the sense of calm, creating a peaceful and contemplative mood. You might also enjoy the work of Turner, Charles Yardley.
