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Mother and child, c. 1840-45 (oil on canvas)
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Mother and child, c. 1840-45 (oil on canvas)
HEH416445 Mother and child, c.1840-45 (oil on canvas) by Wood, John (1801-70); diam: 92.1 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA, USA; eHuntington Art Collections; eHuntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23160034
© Huntington Art Collections Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens / Bridgeman Images
Affection Affectionate Bare Foot Barefoot Biedermeier Era Gentle Holding Hands Maternal Maternity Motherhood Round Roundel Slipper Slippers Tender Red Shoes
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This oil painting, titled "Mother and Child" was created by the talented artist John Wood during the Biedermeier era. The artwork, measuring 92.1 cm in diameter, is housed at the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, CA. In this tender portrayal of maternal love and affection, a gentle mother cradles her young daughter in her arms. The mother's profile is highlighted against a soft background as she gazes down lovingly at her child. Both figures are depicted with great detail and emotion; their connection evident through their intertwined hands. The scene exudes warmth and tenderness as the mother holds her barefoot daughter close to her heart. The red shoes or slippers on display add a touch of vibrancy to the otherwise muted color palette of the painting. Wood masterfully captures not only the physical bond between mother and child but also conveys an emotional depth that resonates with viewers even after centuries have passed since its creation. This Victorian-era portrait serves as a timeless reminder of the enduring power of maternal love and celebrates the beauty found within everyday moments shared between mothers and their children.
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