Travelling entertainers
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows five people walking outdoors. Two men in the front wear turbans and necklaces, holding a stick between them. One holds a drum, the other a small pot. A boy follows them, carrying a hat. To the right, a woman in a blue dress holds a baby. The background looks like a garden with a distant building and trees. The bright colors and simple shapes make the scene feel lively. The people’s clothes and accessories suggest they might be performers or travelers. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more art like this.
