Vrouw zit met een kind in haar armen 1855 - 1892

"Vrouw zit met een kind in haar armen" (Woman sitting with a child in her arms) is a black and white etching created between 1855 and 1892 by Dutch artist Bernardus Johannes Blommers (1845-1914). This intimate scene depicts a woman cradling a child in her arms, showcasing Blommers’ mastery of capturing everyday moments with expressive detail. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Blommers' skill in rendering nuanced emotions through the subtle interplay of light and shadow. The work's small size, measuring only 112 mm by 105 mm, adds to its sense of intimacy and serves as a poignant reminder of the powerful bond between a mother and child.