Woman Gathering Fruit
1860
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1860
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Woman Gathering Fruit is a 1860 oil by William Morris, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
In the painting, a woman is shown gathering fruit from a tree. She is wearing a long dress and has a basket in her hand. The background of the painting is dark, with hints of green and red. The woman's dress is a vibrant orange color, which stands out against the darker background. The fruit she is gathering appears to be apples or pears. The tree's branches are bare, suggesting that the scene is set in autumn or winter. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artist's use of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the piece. Look up William Morris for more works by this artist.
