The Gipsy 1846

"The Gipsy" (1846) is a watercolor painting by Sir John Everett Millais, one of the founders of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. The painting showcases a woman and her child, dressed in traditional Romani clothing, standing on a dirt path leading into a shadowy woodland. The scene evokes a sense of mystery and intrigue, characteristic of Millais's early work. The painting is notable for its detailed brushwork and naturalistic portrayal of both the human figures and the surrounding landscape.