Madame Charles-Hilaire Têtu, née Elizabeth O'Brien, and Her Son Eugène

The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, while the contrast between Elizabeth's dark dress and Eugène's light clothing achieves a balanced composition. The reddish-brown background and red curtain add warmth to the scene.

The painting is part of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts' collection, exemplifying Hamel's work as a portrait and religious imagery artist in 19th-century Quebec.