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About this work

This painting depicts an elderly woman sitting in a chair, surrounded by three cats. She wears a red dress with a white head covering and a long skirt, and is engaged in spinning yarn on a spinning wheel. The background of the painting features a fireplace and a doorway, suggesting a domestic setting. The woman's facial expression appears gentle, and her posture conveys a sense of comfort and familiarity with her surroundings. The presence of the cats adds a sense of warmth and companionship to the scene. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the life and career of Auguste-Joseph De Mersseman.