The Young Mother 1848

"The Young Mother" is a pencil drawing by Ford Madox Brown, created in 1848. The drawing depicts a young mother breastfeeding her infant. The drawing is a study for a larger painting by Brown, also titled "The Young Mother," which depicts the same subject in a more elaborate composition. Brown was a leading figure in the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a group of artists who sought to revive the artistic style of the early Italian Renaissance. The Pre-Raphaelites were known for their detailed realism, their use of bright colors, and their subject matter, which often focused on biblical scenes, mythology, and everyday life. The drawing is a delicate and intimate portrayal of motherhood, and it highlights Brown's skill as a draughtsman. It is currently on display at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery in Birmingham, UK.