One of Seventeen paintings of domestic servants and tradesmen
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
One of Seventeen paintings of domestic servants and tradesmen is a 1850 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
A man in a white robe and blue cap is kneeling on a woven mat. He’s stirring something in a black pot with a long stick while small bowls sit around him, some filled with red or white mixtures. A green trunk leans against the wall behind him, and a small black kettle rests nearby. The bowls suggest he might be preparing food or dye—maybe both. The bright colors and simple shapes feel more like a quick sketch than a polished work. If you like this everyday scene, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
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