Fotoreproductie van een schilderij van een slapend kind door Joshua Reynolds before 1867

This 19th century photographic reproduction, created by A & E. Seeley, captures a detail from Joshua Reynolds’ famous painting. The photo showcases a sleeping child, likely a portrait study, with a focus on the child’s serene expression and delicate features. This small-scale photo reproduction would have been a popular item in the 19th century, allowing people to appreciate famous artworks in a more accessible format. The soft, sepia tones of the image enhance the sense of tranquility conveyed in the original painting.