A beautifully composed rustic landscape, this painting captures a quiet moment of daily life in a traditional farmyard setting. At its heart, a woman bends over a wooden trough, absorbed in her task—perhaps washing or preparing food—dressed in a long dark gown and apron that evoke 19th-century rural attire. Surrounding her, white ducks or geese meander across a stone-paved courtyard, adding gentle movement and pastoral charm. The backdrop features weathered stone buildings and a large white cylindrical structure, possibly a water tank or outdoor oven, lending architectural interest and context. Scattered objects—a bucket, a cabbage—enrich the scene with lived-in detail. Framed in an ornate gilt frame with floral embellishments, the painting is signed by Ralph Dorrance in the lower corner.

Height = 81cm (31.9”)
Width = 94cm (37”)
Depth = 5cm (2”)

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Internal Reference:  SAI3865