Artwork
Standing Woman and Child
Standing Woman and Child is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Carl Bloch. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 2003.229
- Credit line
- James Parmelee Fund
About this work
Overview
Standing Woman and Child is a drawing by Carl Bloch, created in 1845, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman and child standing together in a landscape. The woman's serious expression and the child's curious gaze create a somber mood, suggesting a contemplative or introspective scene.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro in the drawing creates a sense of depth and volume, emphasizing the figures and their interaction.
Artist & collection
