The image shows the upper body of a seated woman holding a sleeping infant. The woman's head is slightly bowed, and her gaze is directed downward with her eyes closed. She has long hair that is covered with a light veil or cloth, falling gently around her face and shoulders. Her face is serene and finely-featured. She is dressed in flowing garments, consisting of layers of cloth that drape over her shoulders and arms. In her left hand, she gently supports the child, while her right hand rests on her chest. The infant rests peacefully on her lap, uncovered except for a simple cloth around the waist, with one arm behind its head in a relaxed posture. There is no jewelry visible on the woman or child. The background consists of a shaded area with a subtle texture, providing a simple and unobtrusive backdrop that emphasizes the figures. There is a caption at the bottom of the image, which reads "QVEM GENVIT ADORAVIT."
Artwork Details
- Date
- mid 18th century
- Medium
- etching with engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2346 × 3023 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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