The Market Woman
1800
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1800
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a woman sitting on a rocky shore near a small wooden house. She’s holding a basket, maybe full of goods, and looks down at it. Behind her, trees and a river bend around the house, with a quiet, misty feel to the scene. The artist used soft watercolor to make everything look gentle and a little dreamy. The way light hits the woman’s face and the house makes them stand out just enough. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
