Woman and Girl at a Writing Desk 

Benjamin West, a prominent historical painter, is known for his sketches and drawings. This work, "Woman and Girl at a Writing Desk", shows a woman and a girl in a simple domestic scene. The woman, with her hand on a quill, appears to be engaged in writing or reading. The girl, standing at her side, seems to be looking at the woman with a touch of reverence, perhaps learning from her. The detail of the writing desk with its clutter of books and other objects contributes to the intimacy of the scene, making it a poignant snapshot of domestic life in the late 18th century.