“Gathering Summer Flowers in a Devonshire Garden” is an artwork by John William Waterhouse, crafted circa 1893. This painting, executed with oil on canvas, measures 76.2 by 50.8 centimeters and exemplifies the Romanticism art movement. It belongs to the genre of genre painting and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork vividly portrays a serene and picturesque scene in a Devonshire garden. A young woman dressed in a flowing white gown stands with a basket, presumably filled with freshly picked summer flowers. The garden itself is lush and verdant, with an array of colorful flowers blooming around a rustic wooden fence and cottage walls. The soft, natural light enhances the charm and tranquility of the setting, capturing a moment of quiet beauty in the English countryside. The detailed brushwork and harmonious composition reflect Waterhouse’s mastery and his romantic portrayal of simple, yet profound, everyday life.