Pisan Girl with Basket of Oranges and Lemons 1871

Pierre-Auguste Cot's "Pisan Girl with Basket of Oranges and Lemons" from 1871 depicts a young woman in a traditional Italian dress, holding a basket of oranges and lemons. This painting exemplifies the Academic Realism style, focusing on meticulous detail and precise brushwork. Cot's attention to the texture of fabric, the vibrant hues of the fruit, and the woman's alluring gaze captivates viewers with its romantic and picturesque portrayal of everyday life in Italy. The work exemplifies the artistic fascination with the Italian countryside and its people during the 19th century.