Portret van een zittende vrouw met baby op schoot 1860 - 1900

This intimate portrait, created by Hanna Hatherly Maynard between 1860 and 1900, depicts a woman holding a baby in her lap. The woman gazes directly at the viewer, her expression a mixture of tenderness and weariness. The baby, dressed in a lacy gown, looks to the side with a slight frown. The image, likely a family photograph, captures a snapshot of domestic life in the late 19th century. Maynard's work often focused on domestic scenes, showcasing the everyday lives of women and children. The small size of the photograph, measuring 137 mm x 98 mm, suggests it was meant for personal viewing, perhaps as a treasured memento within a family album.