Mothering Collection

Deux meres ( Two Mothers ), 1888. Artist: Leon-Maxime Faivre
Deux meres ( Two Mothers ), 1888. From the Musee d Orsay, Paris

Central America, Costa Rica
Three-toed sloth (Bradypus variegatus) Mother & baby, Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

Virgin and Child, 16th century. From the Benaki Museum, Athens, Greece

Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, and her child. Georgiana Cavendish (1757-1806), born Georgiana Spencer, was the first wife of the 5th Duke of Devonshire and a celebrated socialite of her day

A mother sea otter swims on her back as her baby rests on her stomach in Alaskan waters

Christ Appearing to His Mother, c1440. Artist: Rogier Van der Weyden
Christ Appearing to His Mother, c1496. The scene on the right panel of the Miraflores Altarpiece is the only one in this altarpiece that illustrates two events at once

Mother and Child, 1892 (bronze)
XKH149088 Mother and Child, 1892 (bronze) by Charpentier, Alexandre (1856-1909); 43x29x3 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; French, out of copyright

The Holy Family with a Shepherd, c1510. Artist: Titian
The Holy Family with a Shepherd, c1510. From the National Gallery, London

Virgin and Child icon, 1664. Artist: Emmanuel Tzanes
Virgin and Child icon, 1664. From the Byzantine Museum, Athens, Greece

Painting, title unknown, mid 19th century. Artist: Jean Pierre Alexandre Antigna
Painting, title unknown, mid 19th century

Saint Anne with the Christ Child, the Virgin, and Saint John the Baptist, c1511. Artist: Hans Baldung
Saint Anne with the Christ Child, the Virgin, and Saint John the Baptist, c1511. From the Washington National Gallery of Art, USA

Cow Suckling Lambs Animals Mixed 1930s Coming
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Antarctica, South Georgia Island (UK), Gray-headed Albatross (Diomedea chrystoma) and chick at nesting site on steep tussock grass cliffs on cloudy evening at Elsehul Bay Date: 19/02/2005

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Antarctica, South Georgia Island (UK), Gray-headed Albatross (Diomedea chrystoma) feeding chick on nest in cliffs overlooking Elsehul Bay on cloudy morning Date: 19/02/2005

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Antarctica, South Georgia Island (UK), King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) resting on nest in tussock grass in crowded rookery at Salisbury Plains Date: 19/02/2005

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Topi, (Damaliscus lunatus), mother nursing baby, Masai Mara Reserve, Kenya. Date: 17/02/2005

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Hippopotamus, (H. amphibius), mother & young playing in water, Masai Mara Reserve, Kenya. Date: 15/02/2005

Tsarina Alexandra Feodrovna (1872-1918) breastfeeding Grand Duchess Olga (1895-1918
CHT173577 Tsarina Alexandra Feodrovna (1872-1918) breastfeeding Grand Duchess Olga (1895-1918) from the front cover of Le Petit Journal, 8th December 1895 (colour litho) by Meyer

Mothering time (b / w photo)
5995573 Mothering time (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mothering time)

Romulus and Remus Suckled by a She-wolf, 15th century (bronze
909284 Romulus and Remus Suckled by a She-wolf, 15th century (bronze and Black lacquer over medium brown bronze) by Florentine School; 6x10.3 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; Italian

A Proud Mother (pencil & coloured chalk on paper)
PNH360416 A Proud Mother (pencil & coloured chalk on paper) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: illustration for A Small Girl ; part of a set)

Punch cartoon: Baby Worship (engraving)
6034839 Punch cartoon: Baby Worship (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Baby Worship)

The Ironmonger and his family (oil on panel)
XKH149068 The Ironmonger and his family (oil on panel) by Scheits, Matthias (c.1630-c.1700); 58.1x82 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

[Vignetted portrait, woman holding a baby], 1850s-60s. Creator: Alfred Capel-Cure
[Vignetted portrait, woman holding a baby], 1850s-60s

1 Beauty in Nature Bloom Botany caring communication
Hellebore, Helleborus x hybridus Double Ellen White, Side view a simple arrangement of open flower and one partially open, cut out against white

1 Beauty in Nature Bloom Botany Brown caring
Hellebore, Helleborus x hybridus Double Ellen White, Side view of one open flower and one partially open, cut out against a textured cream brown background

Dona Antonia Ifenarrietta and Her Son, 1631. Artist: Diego Velasquez
Dona Antonia Ifenarrietta and Her Son, 1631. From the Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Virgin and Child with Angels, 1512. Artist: Francesco dei Tatti
The Virgin and Child with Angels, 1512. From the Musee des Beaux-Arts de Nancy, France

Madonna and Child, c1510. Artist: Titian
Madonna and Child, c1510. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Processional banner, c1395-1400. Artist: Spinello Aretino
Processional banner, c1395-1400. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

Charity, 17th century. Artist: Cesare Dandini
Charity, 17th century. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

The Madonna in Majesty (Maesta), 1285-1286. Artist: Cimabue
The Madonna in Majesty (Maesta), 1285-1286. From the Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy

Virgin of Humility, 15th century. Artist: Giovanni di Paolo
Virgin of Humility, 15th century

Triptych of Santa Clara, 1486. Artist: Mestre Hilarius
Triptych of Santa Clara, 1486. The panels depict Christ praying on the Mount of Olives, St Clare and the Miracle of the Safekeeping and the Lamentation of Christ

The Virgin and the Child, 15th century(?). From the Pushkin Museum of Fine Art, Moscow

Madonna and Child, late 14th / early 15th century. Artist: Taddeo di Bartolo
Madonna and Child, late 14th/early 15th century

Madonna and Child with the Young Saint John the Baptist, c1497. Artist: Fra Bartolomeo
Madonna and Child with the Young Saint John the Baptist, c1497. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Woman with a Child Afraid of a Dog, 17th century. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Woman with a Child Afraid of a Dog, 17th century. From the Museum of Fine Art, Budapest

The Mother of the Gracchi, c1780. Artist: Joseph Benoit Suvee
The Mother of the Gracchi, c1780. Cornelia, mother of the Gracchi, presents her children, saying: Here are my riches and my jewels. From the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Champetre Concert, 1715. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Champetre Concert, 1715. From the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts d Angers

A Lady in a Garden taking Coffee with some Children, probably 1742. Artist: Nicolas Lancret
A Lady in a Garden taking Coffee with some Children, probably 1742. From the National Gallery, London

Virgin and Child with Saint Dominic and Saint Hyacinth, 1740-1750. Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Virgin and Child with Saint Dominic and Saint Hyacinth, 1740-1750. From the Art Institute of Chicago, Illinois, USA

The Virgin and Child, c1570-1576. Artist: Titian
The Virgin and Child, c1570-1576. From the National Gallery, London

Homo ergaster females and young, artists impression. The hominid H. ergaster is traditionally considered an early type of H. erectus by scientists

The Toilette after an engraving by H. Burkner from a painting by German artist Auguste Ludwig, 1834 - 1901
The Toilette after an engraving by H.Burkner from a painting by German artist Auguste Ludwig, 1834 - 1901

Adult Trumpeter Swan with cygnets, Yellowstone National Park, USA
Adult Trumpeter Swan (Cygnus buccinator) drinking water from a grassy shore with her newly hatched cygnets nearby, Yellowstone National Park; Wyoming, United States of America

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"Capturing the Essence of Mothering: A Timeless Bond" From ancient artworks to modern marvels, the concept of motherhood has been celebrated and cherished throughout history. In Leon-Maxime Faivre's painting "Deux meres (Two Mothers), 1888, " we witness the strength and tenderness of two mothers as they nurture their children, reminding us that love knows no bounds. Traveling to Central America, Costa Rica offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage where motherhood is revered. The Virgin and Child from the 16th century portrays a divine connection between a mother and her child, symbolizing purity and devotion. Stepping into more contemporary times, Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire exemplifies an influential figure who balanced societal expectations with maternal responsibilities. Her story serves as inspiration for women striving to find their own path while embracing motherhood. Nature itself showcases remarkable instances of maternal care. Witnessing a sea otter swimming on her back with her baby resting on her stomach in Alaskan waters reminds us of the instinctual bond shared by all creatures—a testament to unconditional love. Artistic masterpieces like Rogier Van der Weyden's "Christ Appearing to His Mother" evoke powerful emotions as we witness Mary's anguish at witnessing her son's suffering—an eternal reminder that mothers bear immense burdens alongside immeasurable love. Returning once again to Central America, Costa Rica reveals another facet of nurturing through Jean Pierre Alexandre Antigna's mid-19th-century painting titled unknown. This artwork captures tender moments between a cow suckling lambs—showcasing how maternal instincts transcend species boundaries. Bronze sculpture "Mother and Child" from 1892 immortalizes this timeless bond in art form—a tangible representation of warmth and protection passed down through generations.