The Water Carriers 

Daniel Ridgway Knight was a British painter known for his depictions of rural life, often in France. "The Water Carriers" shows a single woman, likely a water carrier, standing in a shallow tide pool, her back to the viewer, with a basket slung over her shoulder. She looks out toward the distant horizon, her hand shading her eyes. Knight's work is characterized by its realism and attention to detail, capturing the simple beauty of everyday life. This piece highlights the hard work of the rural poor and is painted in a soft, Impressionistic style with a sense of tranquility.