A Peasant Girl Knitting
The Met
Artist: Jules Breton(French, Courrières 1827–1906 Paris)
Date: ca. 1870
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 22 5/8 x 18 1/2 in. (57.5 x 47 cm)
Credit Line: Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Collection, Bequest of Catharine Lorillard Wolfe, 1887
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
Woman in white head covering sits barefoot under a tree, knitting red yarn
Detailed Description
A woman is seated outdoors under a tree, knitting. She is positioned slightly to the left of the center, facing downwards and slightly to the right, with her hands occupied by red yarn and knitting needles. She wears a white head covering that frames her face, a light-colored shawl draped over her shoulders, and a dark, long-sleeved dress or bodice with a dark skirt. Her bare feet rest on the grassy ground. To her right, a large, gnarled tree trunk rises, with its roots or a fallen branch forming a seat for her. The ground around her is covered in green grass, dappled with shadows and hints of sunlight. In the background, a dense arrangement of tree trunks and foliage extends into the distance, creating a shaded, wooded environment. The overall color palette is dominated by deep greens and earthy browns, with the vibrant red of the yarn providing a striking contrast. The lighting is soft and diffused.
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