William Gilbert Gaul

Gaul, Gilbert

American, 1855 - 1919

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This painting depicts a green field of cotton plants with white blossoms. Three individuals are seen harvesting the cotton. They appear to be wearing skirts and bonnets and have dark skin, although their faces aren’t detailed. The background includes buildings on the left and green trees against a pale blue sky with hints of grey. The painting utilizes loose, visible brushstrokes. The color scheme is warm and natural, featuring shades of green, brown, and muted tones.
William Gilbert Gaul, Picking Cotton, c. 1890, oil on academy board, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase through a gift of Josephine Boardman Crane, 1957), 2015.19.81

Picking Cotton

William Gilbert Gaul · c. 1890 · oil on academy board ·  Accession ID  2015.19.81