Liefde (Caritas) 1850

"Liefde (Caritas)," created in 1850 by Frédérique Émile Auguste O'Connell-Miethe, is a lithograph depicting a reclining woman surrounded by cherubs. The artist, known for his expressive draftsmanship and romantic themes, captures a scene of tender embrace and spiritual devotion through delicate lines and tonal contrasts. This work, with its emphasis on love and divine grace, embodies the artistic ideals of the 19th century, inviting viewers to contemplate the power of human connection and the beauty of the spiritual realm.