Q22234527
1942
oil
From the collection of Groeningemuseum
Early Modern breastfeeding
1942
oil
From the collection of Groeningemuseum
This painting depicts a woman sitting on the ground, cradling a baby in her arms. The woman is dressed in a brown top and a headscarf, while the baby is wearing a white bonnet. The scene is rendered in muted earth tones, with the woman's face tilted downward, gazing at the baby. The baby is positioned on the woman's lap, with its head resting on her chest. The woman's hands gently support the baby's body, conveying a sense of tenderness and care. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet intimacy and nurturing. If you're interested in exploring more works that feature tender moments like this, you might want to look into the subject of breastfeeding.
