Woman With A Picnic Basket by Raimundo de Madrazo

Woman With A Picnic Basket c. 1890

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gouache

figurative

acrylic

abstract painting

painted

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

watercolor

Raimundo de Madrazo's "Woman With A Picnic Basket" (c. 1890) showcases a woman in a flowing pink gown, her gaze directed off-canvas. Her red hat and the picnic basket at her feet suggest a leisurely outdoor setting, a popular theme in 19th-century European art. Madrazo, known for his delicate brushwork and depiction of elegance, captures the femininity of the subject with a soft, romantic style. The work reflects the artistic trends of the time, emphasizing beauty, leisure, and natural scenery.