No one knows who painted this watercolour. It was first thought to be a Franco-Spanish artist, but then the piece was recognised as having British provenance. It’s possible even the monogram is a deception. This costumed woman with vegetables remains unnamed and unclaimed. Or perhaps she preferred anonymity?
Costumed Woman with Vegetables
Where do you go to
When the rent is due,
Vegetables are few,
You are alone?
You have just your clothes
Your wits. And suppose
Itโs not what you chose.
But you have flown.
A hat, and a meal.
You try to conceal
How it is to feel
Adrift. Empty.
A basket of food.
A meal misconstrued.
A road less pursued.
You go gently.
ยฉelsp 2025
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