De verjaardag der zieke grootmoeder 1834 - 1907

"De verjaardag der zieke grootmoeder" (The Birthday of the Sick Grandmother) is a touching depiction of a family gathering around a sick woman in bed. Created by Hendrik Jacobus Scholten, a Dutch artist known for his genre paintings, the drawing captures a tender moment of familial love and concern. The scene is filled with detail, showing the intimate setting and the characters' expressive postures. This intimate portrayal of domestic life, rendered in soft shades of brown, exemplifies Scholten's skill in capturing everyday moments with sensitivity and emotional resonance. The work, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into 19th-century Dutch life and the artist's talent for capturing poignant moments.