The Mother 

"The Mother" is a painting by contemporary artist Sarah Joncas, known for her detailed and often melancholic depictions of women. The painting features a young woman, adorned with a floral crown and pearls, against a backdrop of stylized trees. The butterflies surrounding her, a symbol of transformation and change, add to the ethereal atmosphere. Joncas' work often explores themes of femininity and the complexities of human emotions, as seen in the subtle melancholic expression on the woman's face.