This oil on panel, painted by Henri-Joseph Duwez in the 19th century, evokes feelings of compassion and solitude. It shows a young girl praying beside a woman in deep melancholy. The artist's composition, colors and technique create an intimate, emotionally charged atmosphere. Duwez, a master of social realism, highlights the difficult living conditions of many families.
Signature left and presented in a period frame.
Provenance: Sold in Paris on Feb 6, 1895, for 140 Gold Francs (Benezit)