Moeder met kind - Drie kinderen bij korenschoven 1842 - 1873

"Moeder met kind - Drie kinderen bij korenschoven," created between 1842 and 1873 by Dutch artist Dirk Jurriaan Sluyter, is a black and white print that depicts a mother cradling her child and three children walking through a field of grain sheaves. The print is on display in the Rijksmuseum and offers a glimpse into rural Dutch life during the 19th century. This artwork is an example of Realism, a movement in art that focused on depicting everyday life and scenes from nature. The composition and simple lines capture the quiet intimacy of family and the hardships of daily life.