The artwork titled “Red Stockings” was created by Anders Zorn in 1887. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is classified under the genre of nude painting (nu).
In the artwork, a woman is depicted seated on the ground in an outdoor setting, partially shaded by the foliage above. She is portrayed in a naturalistic manner, with soft, diffused light accentuating her form, a hallmark of the Impressionist style. The red stockings, which are the focal point of the piece, provide a striking contrast to the more subdued hues of her surroundings. The painting captures an intimate moment, with the woman appearing absorbed in the act of donning or removing the stockings. The brushwork is loose and expressive, effectively conveying the texture of the grass and the dappled light filtering through the leaves. The signature of the artist and the date, “1887,” is visible in the lower right corner of the artwork.
