Woman Washing Dishes
1873
oil
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
1873
oil
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
This painting shows a woman kneeling on the floor, washing dishes in a large tub. She wears a long dress and an apron, with her hair pulled back. The woman is surrounded by plates, cups, and other dishes, with a fireplace behind her. The room is dimly lit, with a warm glow from the fireplace. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the woman's clothing and the dishes. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the scene. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
