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The Flemish Mother

David, Sir Wilkie

1820

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

The Flemish Mother is a 1820 ink by David, Sir Wilkie, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: David, Sir Wilkie
When & what style?: 1820 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching, titled "The Flemish Mother," depicts a tender moment between a mother and her child. The mother, seated at a table, gently touches her child's head as the child stands beside her. A pitcher sits on the table, while a chair and curtain are visible in the background. The mother's attire, including a head covering and a shawl, adds to the sense of intimacy and warmth in the scene. The child's curious expression and gentle touch on the mother's head convey a sense of affection and connection between the two. The artist's use of etching and chine collé techniques creates a sense of depth and texture in the image. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, explore the works of Wilkie, David, Sir.