Mother with sick child 1878

"Mother with Sick Child" is a pencil drawing created in 1878 by Russian artist Vasily Perov. The drawing depicts a mother tending to her sick child who is lying in a bed. The scene is intimate and touching, capturing the anxieties of a mother caring for her ill child. Perov's use of loose lines and shading creates a sense of urgency and pathos, evoking a sense of realism and social commentary prevalent in his work. This drawing is a poignant example of Perov's artistic talent and ability to capture the human condition.