One of Fifteen drawings depicting household servants
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
One of Fifteen drawings depicting household servants is a 1850 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
The painting depicts a man standing in a garden, wearing a white robe and a yellow shawl draped over his shoulders. He has a red hat on his head and is holding a red cloth in his right hand. The background of the painting features green bushes and a brown path. The man's attire and the garden setting suggest that he may be a servant or a gardener. The level of detail in the painting implies that it is a realistic depiction of everyday life. The painting is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, which is known for its extensive collection of artworks from around the world.