Mother and Child on a Seashore c. 1890

"Mother and Child on a Seashore" is a painting by Dutch realist Jozef Israëls, created around 1890. The painting depicts a mother and child, likely a fisherman's wife and son, standing on a beach, looking out at the sea. The figures are silhouetted against the horizon, conveying a sense of solitude and contemplation. The muted tones and loose brushstrokes further enhance the melancholic atmosphere, characteristic of Israëls' works. The painting is now part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago.