The Meeting 1860

"The Meeting" is an 1860 illustration by Sir John Everett Millais. This black and white drawing, likely an etching, depicts a poignant encounter between a woman holding a baby and a man carrying a sack over his shoulder. The man's face is hidden while the woman looks down at the child. The scene is likely set outdoors, the background hinting at a countryside setting. This powerful image, though simple in execution, evokes a story of loss, separation, and the weight of human emotions.