Vrouw troost baby in haar armen 1863

Eugène Louis Pirodon's 1863 lithograph "Vrouw troost baby in haar armen" (Woman Consoles Baby in Her Arms) depicts a mother comforting her child in a somber, almost melancholic, setting. The scene suggests a story of hardship and loss, with the mother's gentle touch conveying a sense of deep affection and solace. The lithograph's realistic style, focused on the emotional expression of the figures, exemplifies the artistic currents of the 19th century, particularly its focus on social realism and the depiction of everyday life.