A washerman's wife
1870
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1870
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
A washerman's wife is a 1870 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
A woman stands on a flat ground, balancing a large bundle on her head. She wears a bright pink scarf draped over one shoulder, a green top, and a dark blue skirt with gold dots. Her jewelry includes bangles, earrings, and a necklace. In her hand, she holds a small brass pot. This style shows everyday life, not fancy scenes. The colors are bold but simple, focusing on real people. Look up Realism next to see more paintings like this.
A washerman's wife is depicted carrying a bundle of laundry in a drawing from 1870. The work is one of twelve illustrations documenting South Indian castes and occupations.
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