Lubbee pedlars
1780
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1780
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows two people standing on a flat blue ground, facing each other. The man on the left has a white cloth draped over one shoulder, a dark cloth wrapped around his waist, and a small bundle in his hand. The woman on the right wears a long brown dress with gold accents, a headscarf, and gold jewelry. Both are barefoot, and the woman holds what looks like a small tool or key. The bright blue background and simple shapes give the scene a calm, flat look. The artist used clean lines and solid colors, with no deep shadows or shading. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more paintings like this.
