The artwork, titled “Child and Woman Pouring Coffee,” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1890 during his time in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France. Rendered in chalk on paper, this sketch is considered part of the Post-Impressionist movement and belongs to the genre of sketch and study. It is currently housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts an intimate domestic scene characterized by the fluid and expressive lines typical of van Gogh’s style. Central to the composition is a woman, her form slightly bent, as she engages in the act of pouring coffee. A child seated nearby, seemingly attentive to her actions, adds a layer of warmth and familiarity to the scene. The background, though sparsely detailed, provides a cozy, homely atmosphere, enhancing the intimate nature of the moment captured. The simplicity of the medium and structure complements the everyday subject matter, creating a sketch that is both poignant and unassuming.
