Fishwife 1772

"Fishwife" (1772) is a watercolor painting by German artist Maria Margaretha la Fargue, depicting a young woman in traditional clothing holding a basket of fish. The work is an example of genre painting, focusing on everyday life and occupations. La Fargue, a skilled portraitist and watercolor artist, captured the woman's humble livelihood with sensitivity and detail. The painting is now part of the Städel Museum's collection, showcasing the talent of a 18th-century female artist.