Family. Mural in Lunette from the Family and Education Series 1896

"Family," a mural by Charles Sprague Pearce, depicts a group of individuals in a woodland setting. The mural, which is part of the "Family and Education" series, portrays a father, mother, daughter, and infant in the center of the composition, surrounded by other figures. The father holds the infant, while the mother reaches towards him, emphasizing the importance of the family unit. The use of muted, naturalistic colors creates a sense of peace and tranquility. Created in 1896, the mural currently resides in the Library of Congress (LOC), Washington, DC.