Portrait of a woman with four children, depicted as Caritas 1650 - 1678

Jürgen Ovens' "Portrait of a woman with four children, depicted as Caritas" (1650-1678) portrays a woman with four children, symbolizing Caritas, the personification of charity. This oil-on-canvas painting, now in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's skill in capturing the tenderness and devotion of motherhood. The woman's gentle gaze and the children's innocent expressions evoke a sense of warmth and familial love. The inclusion of roses and the use of rich, earthy colors further enhance the emotional impact of the work, reminding viewers of the strength and beauty of maternal care.