Nieuwjaar 1893

"Nieuwjaar" (New Year), a 1893 work by Alfred Ronner, portrays a poignant scene. A woman, clad in traditional attire, stands by a bed, offering a small object to a child tucked in. The intimate composition, set in a humble home with a simple fireplace and a clock ticking in the background, evokes a sense of familial warmth and the passing of time. Ronner's signature is prominent, adding a personal touch to this finely detailed drawing. The piece, a study of light and shadow, is characteristic of Ronner's penchant for capturing daily life with tenderness. This artwork, a fine example of 19th-century realism, resonates with its evocative representation of a simple yet powerful moment.