Artwork
A potter and his wife
A potter and his wife is a paint painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This painting is one of a series depicting various castes and occupations in South India.
About this work
Overview
This painting is one of a series depicting various castes and occupations in South India. It shows a potter and his wife with the tools of their trade.
Subject & Meaning
The couple is depicted in a traditional setting, offering a glimpse into their daily life and the attributes associated with their occupation.
Technique & Style
The painting features a red border, a strip of cloud at the top, and heavy looped shadows attached to the figures' feet. The artist's use of shading, including chiaroscuro, adds depth to the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting was part of an album with a watermark dated 1799 and a bookplate bearing the name Joseph Whatley. The series appears to be the work of multiple artists.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
