Vijf kinderen en een pop 1823

"Vijf kinderen en een pop" (Five Children and a Doll), created in 1823 by Louis Léopold Boilly, is a graphite drawing that depicts five children in various states of childhood: one crying, one holding a doll, one sleeping, one looking directly at the viewer, and one in a state of wonder. The artist's focus on the different expressions and interactions of the children highlights the innocence and vulnerability of youth, making this a touching portrayal of childhood. The use of graphite lends a sense of realism and intimacy to the piece.