Charity
1622
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
1622
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
This painting, Charity, depicts a woman breastfeeding a child. She is surrounded by three other children, all looking in different directions. The woman's attire is simple, with a white shirt and a dark-colored dress. The background of the painting is a muted brown color. The woman's expression is calm and gentle as she breastfeeds the child. The other children seem to be watching her with interest. The overall mood of the painting is one of serenity and intimacy. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, look up Pieter de Grebber.
