Flower Girl in Holland

Look closely at Flower Girl in Holland. Painting of a young woman outdoors in a light purple dress and head covering with a wooden yoke around her neck suspending large bundles of brightly colored flowers.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

What catches your eye before you read the artist and date? The Art Institute dates Flower Girl in Holland to 1887.

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A CLOSER LOOK

George Hitchcock American, 1850–1913 made this painting. The museum dates it 1887.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

Art Institute of ChicagoFlower Girl in Holland

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