Interieur met vrouw en kind met boek 1840 - 1843

This drawing, titled "Interieur met vrouw en kind met boek," by Dutch artist Jan van der Kaa, depicts a domestic scene from the 19th century. Created between 1840 and 1843, it showcases a woman and a child in a well-lit interior, the light streaming through a large window. The woman, seated in the foreground, is reading a book, while the child is engrossed in a book of his own. The composition, characterized by simple lines and subdued tones, exemplifies the realism that marked van der Kaa’s work. The artist’s ability to capture the tranquility of everyday life resonates with viewers today.