Familie voor een huis 1782 - 1873

Pieter Bartholomeusz. Barbiers created this drawing called, "Family Before a House," using pen and brown ink, and brush in gray ink. Reflecting on the late 18th and early 19th centuries, a period marked by significant social stratification and nascent industrial shifts, this work encapsulates prevailing notions of family, class, and gender. The man seems to be in a transaction with the family, possibly purchasing something from the basket next to the woman. He's also seemingly trying to interact with the son. The woman holds a baby close, embodying the era’s expectations of women as caregivers. The drawing offers a glimpse into the negotiation of social roles and the economic transactions that subtly underscore family dynamics. This piece is not just a snapshot of a family but also reflects the broader societal structures that shaped their lives and interactions.