The Scullery Maid

Hi everyone! My name is Isabella, and I'm so excited to explore this amazing painting with you all today! nn We're looking at a painting called "The Scullery Maid." It was painted a long, long time ago, back in 1738 by an artist named Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin. He loved to paint pictures of everyday life. nn Can you guess what a scullery maid does? That's right! She helps keep the house clean and tidy. In this picture, she's hard at work, carefully pouring water from a big copper pot into a wooden barrel. nn What do you think she's thinking about?



Now, look closely at the painting. Do you see how the light shines on the maid and the pots? The artist used light and shadow to make everything look so real! nn And look at the colors! He used mostly browns and whites, which makes the painting feel calm and peaceful. nn "The Scullery Maid" reminds us that even simple moments can be beautiful. It's like a little window into the past, showing us how people lived long ago. nn What do you like best about this painting?



I hope you enjoyed learning about "The Scullery Maid" today! There are so many other fascinating paintings to discover in the museum. Let's go explore!