About this artwork
Goncharova painted many scenes of life in rural Russia. The decorative, stylised
quality of this work reflects her interest in folk arts and religious icons.
In this painting two women in a garden lift and carry potted
flowers. Behind them other women are carrying more flowers; and behind them we
can just about make out the rooftops of a village.
Who do you think the two women are? Notice the way they are
dressed with headscarves and bare feet. Do you think they are rich or poor? Where
do you think they are taking the flowers to? The artist has used a narrow range
of colours in this painting - mainly blues, purples and greys. How do the colours
affect the mood of the picture?
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