1889
oil
panel
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
Mother and Child is a 1889 oil by Alfred Stevens, a Realism work, held at Clark Art Institute.
This painting depicts a tender moment between a mother and her child. The mother, with dark hair, sits in a chair, wearing a light-colored dress that is slightly undone, revealing her chest. She gently holds her baby on her lap, who is dressed in a white outfit and headband. A vase with flowers sits to the left of the mother. The background of the painting features a warm, golden wall that adds to the cozy atmosphere of the scene. The overall mood of the painting is one of love and intimacy, capturing a quiet moment between a mother and her child. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful piece, you might want to explore the work of Alfred Stevens.
Alfred Émile Léopold Stevens (11 May 1823 – 24 August 1906) was a Belgian painter, known for his paintings of elegant modern women.
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