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Handworking lady and reading girl seated in wicker chairs, in the house at Riouwstraat 6...1872-1950 Creator: Barbara Elisabeth van Houten
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Handworking lady and reading girl seated in wicker chairs, in the house at Riouwstraat 6...1872-1950 Creator: Barbara Elisabeth van Houten
Handworking lady and reading girl seated in wicker chairs, in the house at Riouwstraat 6, in The Hague, 1872-1950
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Barbara Elisabeth Van Houten Chalk On Paper Daughter Domestic Domestic Life Governess Household Houten Barbara Elisabeth Van Needlepoint Parent Silence Silent Student The Hague Netherlands Watercolor Paint Wicker Chair
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This evocative photograph, captured by Dutch artist Barbara Elisabeth van Houten between 1872 and 1950, depicts a heartwarming moment of intergenerational bonding and the quiet beauty of domestic life. Seated in wicker chairs, a handworking lady embroidering a piece of fabric with focused intensity is accompanied by her attentive and inquisitive young reading girl. The serene indoor setting of Riouwstraat 6 in The Hague, Netherlands, is filled with an air of tranquility and silence, as the two women share a moment of connection and learning. The use of chalk on paper adds a delicate and textured quality to the image, capturing the intricate details of the needlepoint and the folds of the women's clothing. The contrast between the woman's industriousness and the girl's curiosity highlights the importance of education and the passing down of skills and knowledge from one generation to the next. The 20th century scene, reminiscent of the 1920s and 1930s, showcases the charm of the Low Countries and the rich heritage of Dutch art. The timeless image of mother and daughter, engaged in their respective pursuits, speaks to the enduring themes of family, motherhood, and the importance of quiet moments of reflection and learning in our busy lives.
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