Moeder en kind in een interieur 1849

"Moeder en kind in een interieur" (Mother and Child in an Interior), created in 1849 by Jacob Spoel, depicts a mother cradling her young child in a simple, domestic setting. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a tender moment of familial love and everyday life, showcasing Spoel's skill in portraying intimate scenes with a touch of realism. This watercolor, measuring 135 mm by 88 mm, exemplifies the artist's focus on capturing the quiet beauty of ordinary moments.