Meisje met kind op de arm bij een lam 1851 - 1855

"Meisje met kind op de arm bij een lam" is an etching by Dutch artist Matthijs Maris, created between 1851 and 1855 and currently housed at the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a woman with a child on her arm standing before a lamb, a typical example of Maris’s early work that showcases his fascination with the human condition and the intricacies of everyday life. The etching is a masterful example of Maris’s delicate and expressive style, utilizing subtle lines and shading to evoke a sense of solitude and introspection. This intimate and melancholic piece exemplifies Maris’s unique ability to capture the quiet nuances of human emotion and connect with the viewer on a deeply personal level.