A holy-water-carrier and his wife
1800
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1800
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
A holy-water-carrier and his wife is a 1800 paint by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two people walking by a beach. The man carries a long pole with bells and flags. The woman holds a small brass pot. Behind them, boats sit on the water, and the sky is bright with wavy clouds. The man’s bare feet and simple clothes suggest he might be a holy-water carrier. The scene looks calm, with soft colors and gentle light. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
The painting depicts a holy-water-carrier and his wife, part of a series illustrating castes and occupations. The man carries a pot suspended from a yoke across his shoulders, while the woman holds a gong.
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