Vader op leeftijd wordt ondersteund door zijn dochters 1831 - 1871

Jean-Pierre Moynet made this print, "An Aging Father Supported by his Daughters," in France during the mid-19th century, using lithography, a relatively new and accessible printmaking technology that democratized image production. The print belongs to a series titled "The Merit of Women," which hints at the social and cultural values of the time. In 19th-century France, society placed great emphasis on family and domesticity. The image depicts a scene of filial piety, where the daughters are shown caring for their aging father. The setting seems to be a wealthy one and there is an association between the women and the upper class. There is an indication that women should be dutiful and caring within the domestic sphere. We must examine publications from that era, such as etiquette guides and conduct books, in order to grasp the social expectations of women in 19th-century France. By doing so, we can appreciate how this print both reflects and reinforces these norms, even as it subtly acknowledges women's potential to challenge the traditional power structures.