An Autumn Idyll 1892

"An Autumn Idyll" is a painting by American artist Francis Davis Millet completed in 1892. The painting depicts two women in classical garb, one reaching for fruit from a vine while the other waits below. The scene is set in a lush, outdoor setting with the suggestion of a Mediterranean garden. The gentle mood and realistic detail are characteristic of Millet's work. The artist was known for his paintings of women and his ability to capture the beauty of everyday life. This painting, like many of his works, embodies the late-19th-century fascination with classical themes and idealized depictions of beauty.