Who painted Arab women with water pitchers?

Arab women with water pitchers was painted by John J. Alsop in 1954.

Where can I see Arab women with water pitchers?

Arab women with water pitchers is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Arab women with water pitchers?

Arab women with water pitchers is associated with Orientalism.

Artwork

Arab women with water pitchers

John J. Alsop , 1954

Arab women with water pitchers is a watercolor work on paper by the Orientalist artist John J. Alsop. It dates from 1954 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Arab Women with Water Pitchers is a 1954 watercolour painting by John J. Alsop, depicting three women with water vessels.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows two women standing with pitchers on their heads, wearing long robes, and a third seated woman with a pitcher nearby. The simple, everyday activity is captured in a straightforward manner.

Technique & Style

The watercolour technique used by Alsop results in soft lines and translucent colours, with loose brushstrokes suggesting a quick study rather than a finished work. Earthy tones dominate, punctuated by occasional bright accents.

History & Provenance

The painting was purchased from M. Strange in October 1965 for £5, as recorded by Rodney Searight.

Artist & collection

Artist

John J. Alsop

John J. Alsop painted small watercolor scenes of everyday life in the late 1800s. These quiet sketches show women carrying water pitchers and a close-up of a camel’s head, all done with quick, light brushstrokes. The…