Maria met kind 1741 - 1820

"Maria met kind" is a black and white etching created by Dutch artist Abraham Delfos. The work, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a seated woman gently cradling a young child, likely a baby. The composition focuses on the intimate connection between the mother and child, emphasizing the soft curves of their forms and the delicate gesture of the woman's hand as she holds a fabric. This intimate scene evokes tenderness and the universal bond between a mother and child. The etching was created sometime between 1741 and 1820, a time when the genre of portraiture was popular. The work's simple composition and focus on the human figure reflect the artist's mastery of line and his ability to convey emotion.