A woman and two children by a fountain 1786

This small, intimate oil painting on canvas, titled "A Woman and Two Children by a Fountain," exemplifies the mastery of Spanish artist Francisco Goya. Painted in 1786, the artwork showcases his ability to capture the essence of everyday life with remarkable detail. The scene portrays a woman, likely a mother, with two children near a stone fountain. Their rustic attire and the humble setting hint at their lower-class status. The painting's warm palette and natural light add a touch of tranquility to the otherwise simple narrative. It is a compelling example of Goya's early style, characterized by his meticulous rendering and keen observation of human emotion.