“The Bouquet” is an oil on canvas painting created circa 1908 by the artist John William Waterhouse, associated with the Romanticism movement. The artwork measures 42 by 59 centimeters and falls under the genre of portraiture. It can be found at the Falmouth Art Gallery in Cornwall, UK.
The artwork depicts a woman, rendered in a soft and contemplative profile pose, against a richly textured background of foliage. The subject, adorned in a detailed, flowing dress of muted tones, gazes towards the left, her expression serene and reflective. She holds a delicate bouquet of flowers, which adds a gentle splash of color and grace to the composition. The brushwork and color palette are characteristic of Romanticism, emphasizing emotion and natural beauty. This exquisite representation captures a moment of quiet introspection, inviting the viewer to ponder the thoughts and emotions of the subject.