The artwork, titled “Woman Selling Flowers,” was created by Childe Hassam between the years 1888 and 1889. This painting is part of the Impressionism art movement and can be categorized within the genre painting genre.
In “Woman Selling Flowers,” the central figure is a woman engaged in the act of arranging or selling flowers. She is depicted with meticulous attention to both her form and the vibrant flowers she tenderly holds. The colors of the flowers – vivid reds, yellows, and pinks – are rendered in bold, expressive brushstrokes characteristic of the Impressionist style. The woman appears serene and absorbed in her task, her profile bathed in a soft, natural light. Surrounding her, the background softly fades into a blend of muted tones and delicate figures, indicating a bustling yet tranquil street scene. Other individuals, elegantly dressed, stroll by in the background, adding a sense of everyday life and movement to the composition. The overall atmosphere of the painting evokes a sense of timeless charm and gentle industry, capturing a moment of ordinary grace and beauty.