Milkmaid of Bordeaux 

Rosario Weiss Zorrilla, created 'Milkmaid of Bordeaux', a painting which captures a woman in quiet repose. Weiss, the goddaughter and possibly the daughter of the famous painter Goya, lived in a time when women artists often had to navigate significant social barriers. This work invites us to consider the intersection of gender, class, and representation in 19th-century art. The milkmaid, a figure of labor, is depicted with a delicate sensibility, far from the romanticized or overtly sexualized portrayals common at the time. The painting transcends a simple depiction of labor; it hints at the interiority of the subject. Weiss seems to offer a glimpse into a moment of reflection or perhaps weariness. This artwork is a testament to Weiss’s artistic talent and offers an opportunity to reflect on the complex interplay of identity and representation in art history.