The Spinner
- Artist
- Pietro Longhi
- Style
- Rococo
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Querini Stampalia Foundation
"The Spinner" is a charming genre painting that captures a lively domestic scene. Executed in oil on a traditional canvas, the artwork exemplifies the ornate and playful style characteristic of Rococo. The scene depicts a woman engaged in the act of spinning, highlighting everyday life with a sense of grace and leisure. The artist's delicate brushwork and vibrant palette evoke a lighthearted atmosphere, making the painting a delightful example of 18th-century European art.
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