La Mère de famille (The Mother of the Family)

About this work

A woman in a long dress holds a baby in one arm while guiding a toddler with her other hand. Two more children stand close, one clutching a birdcage. The woman’s hat sits low over her face, and her cloak flows behind her. The scene looks like a quiet street, with rough ground underfoot. The title *La Mère de famille* means "The Mother of the Family," showing a moment of everyday care. The artist used lines to create depth and emotion, focusing on the bond between the woman and her children. This print was made using etching, a technique where the artist scratches into metal plates to create images.