A Young Mother Carrying a Crib
1739
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1739
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
A Young Mother Carrying a Crib is a 1739 ink by Jacques Dumont, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image depicts a young mother carrying a crib, with a child walking beside her. The mother is dressed in a long coat and headscarf, while the child wears a tunic and holds a stick. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a cloudy sky. The mother's facial expression is one of determination, as she carefully balances the crib in her arms. The child looks up at her with a sense of curiosity, adding a sense of warmth to the scene. The overall mood of the image is one of quiet resilience. The use of etching and engraving techniques adds depth and texture to the image, making it feel more dynamic and engaging. To learn more about this technique, explore the art of etching.
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