The image shows two individuals, with the upper bodies of both visible. A seated adult is turned slightly to the left, looking towards the standing child. The adult has defined facial features partially obscured by the broad brim of a hat, and their hair is not clearly visible. They are dressed in flowing, layered clothing with detailed patterns. Next to them, a child is standing on a chair or raised surface, wearing a round cap and a simple garment with long sleeves. The child appears to be reaching towards the adult's face. On the table beside them is a large decorative jug and a piece of…
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The Flemish Mother

Sir David Wilkie (Scottish, 1785 - 1841)

1820

Medium
etching on chine collé
Classification
Print
Dimensions
plate: 22.4 x 18.5 cm (8 13/16 x 7 5/16 in.) ; page size: 44.5 x 29.9 cm (17 1/2 x 11 3/4 in.)
Culture
Scottish
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Gift of Richard A. Simms
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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