Kind deelt geheimen met moeder 1840

"Kind deelt geheimen met moeder" (Child shares secrets with mother) is a lithograph from 1840 by Paul Gavarni, a celebrated French artist known for his social caricatures. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a mother and child engaged in an intimate conversation, showcasing the warmth and affection between them. Gavarni’s keen observation of everyday life is evident in the subtle details of the scene, including the child's earnest expression and the mother's attentive gaze. The lithograph is a touching portrayal of a universal theme of parental love and the shared moments of trust between parent and child.