On the Terrace

Giovanni Boldini's On the Terrace is a lively and intimate scene of two women enjoying a quiet moment amidst the lush, ivy-covered walls of a terrace. The composition is rich in texture, with the cascading green foliage and blooming pink roses creating a vibrant contrast against the brick facade. The women, elegantly dressed, are engaged in light activity—one holding a bird while the other appears to be sewing or mending fabric. Boldini’s loose yet expressive brushwork captures the interplay of light, color, and movement, evoking a sense of refined leisure and the beauty of everyday life.