Charity 1878

"Charity" (1878) by William Bouguereau is a classic example of Academic painting. It depicts a young woman, clad in white, cradling a sleeping child, with other children around her, emphasizing the theme of motherhood and compassion. The woman's gaze is directed downwards, adding a somber tone to the scene. The composition, with its emphasis on idealized forms and meticulous detail, is characteristic of Bouguereau's style, and aligns with the Neoclassical tradition.