Portrait of Jane Darwin and her son William Brown Darwin 1776

"Portrait of Jane Darwin and her son William Brown Darwin" is an oil on canvas painting by Joseph Wright of Derby, created in 1776. The painting depicts Jane Darwin, the wife of the renowned naturalist Erasmus Darwin, cradling her son William Brown Darwin. The intimate portrait captures the tender bond between mother and child, with the child's hand reaching up to touch his mother's cheek. Wright's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of warmth and affection, characteristic of his style. This painting is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the human experience and the importance of family.