Lezend meisje, liggend op een bank 1865 - 1913

"Lezend meisje, liggend op een bank" (Reading Girl Lying on a Couch) is a watercolor painting by Bramine Hubrecht, dating from between 1865 and 1913. It is a realistic depiction of a young girl, likely around 10 years old, lounging on a chaise lounge, engrossed in a book. The soft lighting and muted colors create a sense of tranquility and introspection, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation. The artwork is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering viewers a glimpse into the intimate world of domesticity and leisure during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.