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The Roadside

William Cowen, 1797–1861

A mother rests by the roadside to nurse her young baby. Her young son watches over her and her young daughter rests her head on her mother's knee.

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Title of artwork, date

The Roadside, 1797–1861

Date supported

1955

Medium and material

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

162 x 130 cm

Gifted by

Ernest Edward Cook

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