Milkmaid of Bordeaux

The Milkmaid of Bordeaux showcases Maria del Rosario Weiss Zorrilla’s exceptional talent in creating a lifelike Portrait using oil paints. This piece reflects her mastery within the Romanticism movement, capturing the intimacy and warmth of her subject. Weiss, a Spanish painter and engraver, was the goddaughter of Goya and lived with him during his final years. Though many of her drawings were initially misattributed to Goya, her skill is evident in this work, demonstrating her significant contribution to the arts beyond her mentorship.