Artwork
Standing Woman and Child
Standing Woman and Child is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Carl Bloch. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Standing Woman and Child is a drawing by Carl Bloch, created in 1845, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman and child standing together in a landscape. The woman's serious expression and the child's curious gaze create a somber mood, suggesting a contemplative or introspective scene.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro in the drawing creates a sense of depth and volume, emphasizing the figures and their interaction.
Artist & collection
