Mother and Child (The Oval Mirror)

This intimate scene, "Mother and Child (The Oval Mirror)," draws you into a private moment within a dressing room. A mother, her back mostly to us, gently holds her child, who gazes out with a soft expression. The oval mirror behind them reflects the child's face and a glimpse of the mother's profile, creating a sense of enclosed space and tender connection. The loose brushwork and soft light, characteristic of Impressionism, emphasize the warmth and fleeting nature of this quiet interaction. This painting exemplifies the artist's focus on the domestic lives of women and the bonds within families, a subject she explored repeatedly throughout her career.