Roman woman with a child. Study for The St. Anthony Feast Day in Rome c. 1838

Wilhelm Marstrand's "Roman Woman with a Child" is a study for his larger painting "The St. Anthony Feast Day in Rome". Dated to around 1838, the painting captures a Roman woman seated, holding a child in her arms. The woman's traditional dress and the subject's relaxed posture add a sense of realism and intimacy to the study. The painting highlights Marstrand's skill in capturing everyday life and the details of Roman culture.