Everyday Scene Of Servants, Oil On Canvas, 19th Century

This very theatrical painting depicts a group of servants in the kitchen, two women and two men gathered around a table.

The group is highlighted by a halo of light, behind them on the wall we can make out hanging knives, on the left a teapot, on the ground a large pot and a basket of vegetables and on the right we can make out a staircase going up to the upper floors.

The scene is very lively and dynamic: the smiling women who are busy with their daily work are at the heart of this representation.
The one who is seated holds in one hand what appears to be a newspaper and with the other points to the right, inviting her companions and the viewer to follow this direction. This representation of the working class of the late 18th century expresses the ideas and the revolutionary wind that was blowing in France at the time.

An intriguing and daring painting as much by its subject as by its technique with touches of bright colors that contrast with a darker background and a nice work on chiaroscuro.

This rare work by its subject will complete your collection in an original way and give a French touch to your interior!