Moeder leert kind lopen by Christina Chalon

Moeder leert kind lopen 1758 - 1808

comic strip sketch

mother

quirky sketch

mechanical pen drawing

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

idea generation sketch

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

"Moeder leert kind lopen" (Mother teaches child to walk) is an etching by Christina Chalon, a Dutch artist, from 1758-1808, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. This small-scale work depicts a mother holding straps that are attached to a toddler, teaching the child to walk. Chalon is known for her detailed depictions of everyday life in the Netherlands, focusing on simple and often humorous scenarios. The etching is a testament to the artistry of Christina Chalon and her keen observation of the human experience.