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A bangle seller and his wife, by Unknown, paint, 1850

A bangle seller and his wife

Unknown

1850

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

A bangle seller and his wife is a 1850 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a man and a woman standing in a landscape. The man is wearing a white dhoti and a turban, and he is carrying a bag of bangles. The woman is wearing a blue sari and is holding a baby. They are standing in front of a village with trees and houses. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the clothing and accessories of the figures. The background is a simple landscape with a few trees and houses. The overall effect is one of quiet dignity and simplicity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Impressionism movement.

The story of this work

Overview

The painting depicts a bangle seller and his wife, rendered with greater realism than earlier works in the series, set against a detailed background of trees, houses, and temples. The man is shown wearing a white dhoti, while the woman, dressed in a blue sari, cradles a baby in her arms.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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