Mama Collection

Madonna del granduca, 1506-07, (painting)
7129973 Madonna del granduca, 1506-07, (painting) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Madonna del granduca, 1506-07, Raphael)

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Joseph, Mary, and Jesus

Saint Luke healing the hydropic child, 17th century (painting)
7129357 Saint Luke healing the hydropic child, 17th century (painting) by Lanfranco, Giovanni (1582-1647); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome

Barn owl and chicks (colour litho)
7185922 Barn owl and chicks (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barn owl and chicks)

Christ Appearing to His Mother, c1440. Artist: Rogier Van der Weyden
Christ Appearing to His Mother, c1496. The scene on the right panel of the Miraflores Altarpiece is the only one in this altarpiece that illustrates two events at once

Family / Grace before Meal
Papa, mama, son and two daughters say grace before starting to eat

Cooking Crepes 1911
A French family watch mama toss crepes in a pan by the fire

Country Postman
An English country postman with a letter for the daughter of the house which she d rather Mama didn t see

Paddlers Photographed
Papa snaps Mama and the baby as they paddle

Madonna and Child with Angels (chromolitho)
8656855 Madonna and Child with Angels (chromolitho) by Correggio, (Antonio Allegri) (c.1489-1534) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madonna and Child with Angels)

The Capricious Child, 1804 (oil on canvas)
8690960 The Capricious Child, 1804 (oil on canvas) by Gerard, Marguerite (1761-1837); Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: By Marguerite Gerard).

Maria Sklodowska-Curie, c.1902-05 (b/w photo)
7338835 Maria Sklodowska-Curie, c.1902-05 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Maria Sklodowska-Curie with her daughter. Reproduction by Piotr Baracz); Jerzy Baracz/East News.

Madonna with the Christ Child, John the Baptist and St. Wilhelm, St. John the Baptist
7279630 Madonna with the Christ Child, John the Baptist and St. Wilhelm, St. John the Baptist; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madonna with the Christ Child, John the Baptist and St. Wilhelm, St)

Malagasy mother with baby, c.1910 (b/w photo)
7292897 Malagasy mother with baby, c.1910 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Geography. Madagascar. Malagasy mother holding her baby. Photo, Madagascar, ca 1910.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Jesus and the Money changers, c.1920 (stained glass)
8714186 Jesus and the Money changers, c.1920 (stained glass) by Mayer, Franz (1848-1926); (add.info.: Stained Glass built 1920s. Glass by Franz Mayer Germany)

Mother and Daughter at Tea Time (Oil on canvas)
8835617 Mother and Daughter at Tea Time (Oil on canvas) by Knowles, George Sheridan (1863-1931); Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey, UK; (add.info.: GEORGE SHERIDAN KNOWLES (British)

Adoration of the Wise Men, right side of a sarcophagus in Luni Marble, end IV century (marble)
7292741 Adoration of the Wise Men, right side of a sarcophagus in Luni Marble, end IV century (marble); Museo Diocesano, Vicenza, Italy; Ghigo Roli.

Young woman with two children, c.19th century (print)
7342141 Young woman with two children, c.19th century (print) by British School, (19th century); 21.2x14.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Bull, Samuel; Salter)

Jeanne A Domremy Avec Sa Mere (colour litho)
8629389 Jeanne A Domremy Avec Sa Mere (colour litho) by Neziere, Raymond de la (1865-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jeanne A Domremy Avec Sa Mere)

Portrait of Henry Joseph Masure (painting)
7337414 Portrait of Henry Joseph Masure (painting); Musee de folklore et des imagin, Tournai, Hainaut, Belgium; (add.info.: Text: "Henry Joseph MASURE)

Veturia begs Coriolanus to cease attack on Rome, 5th century bc (print)
7420026 Veturia begs Coriolanus to cease attack on Rome, 5th century bc (print); (add.info.: Veturia, mother of Roman general Gnaeus (or Gaius)

Inside view, the northern side altar, detail, statue of a Madonna and Child on crescent moon, detail, ca 1750
7241973 Inside view, the northern side altar, detail, statue of a Madonna and Child on crescent moon, detail, ca 1750; Brakel, East Flanders

Interior, chapel of 1837, statue Virgin and child, comes from the top of the organ, Pierre le Sieurre ()
7242654 Interior, chapel of 1837, statue Virgin and child, comes from the top of the organ, Pierre le Sieurre (?), 16th century ()

Interior, chapel of 1837, statue Virgin and child, comes from the top of the organ, Pierre le Sieurre ()
7242651 Interior, chapel of 1837, statue Virgin and child, comes from the top of the organ, Pierre le Sieurre (?), 16th century ()

Bas-relief, Votive painting by Colars d'Avesnes, Jacques d'Avesnes and Catherine de Crespelaines, 1404-1410
7242374 Bas-relief, Votive painting by Colars d'Avesnes, Jacques d'Avesnes and Catherine de Crespelaines, 1404-1410; Tournai

Archduchess Elisabeth Marie Henriette Stephanie Gisela of Austria (2 September 1883 - 16 March 1963) (photo)
8684451 Archduchess Elisabeth Marie Henriette Stephanie Gisela of Austria (2 September 1883 - 16 March 1963) (photo) by Unknown photographer

Inside view, statue of Our Lady with Child, 1691-1700, polychromed terracotta, detail
7242337 Inside view, statue of Our Lady with Child, 1691-1700, polychromed terracotta, detail; (add.info.: Parish church (Elsegem, Parochiekerk Sint-Maurus), Interior Elsegem

The National Gallery. Madonna with Christ child blessing. 15th century. Ljubljana. Slovenia
7136206 The National Gallery. Madonna with Christ child blessing. 15th century. Ljubljana. Slovenia.; Narodna Galerija, Ljubljana, Slovenia; © Pascal Deloche/Godong.

Charity, c.1590 (oil on wood)
XOS5882001 Charity, c.1590 (oil on wood) by Bloemaert, Abraham (1566-1651); 87x100 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info)

Commands: Put on your scarf and button your coat (colour litho)
8645078 Commands: Put on your scarf and button your coat (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Put on your scarf and button your coat)

L'Algerie / Algeria: Femme Bedouine avec son Enfant (colour photo)
8639810 L'Algerie / Algeria: Femme Bedouine avec son Enfant (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Femme Bedouine avec son Enfant)

Matthew Stone at his mother's grave (engraving)
8636582 Matthew Stone at his mother's grave (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Matthew Stone at his mother's grave)

St John and the Mother of Jesus (engraving)
8651556 St John and the Mother of Jesus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St John and the Mother of Jesus)

Playing the Organ (engraving)
8652796 Playing the Organ (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Playing the Organ)

Don't Cry, Mamma (engraving)
8635865 Don't Cry, Mamma (engraving) by Woolnoth, Thomas A. (1785-1857); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don't Cry, Mamma)

Not Quite Attentive (engraving)
8635864 Not Quite Attentive (engraving) by Woolnoth, Thomas A. (1785-1857); Private Collection; (add.info.: Not Quite Attentive)

The Return (engraving)
8635861 The Return (engraving) by Woolnoth, Thomas A. (1785-1857); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return. Illustration from The Juvenile Album, or Tales from Far and Near)

Darmstadt Madonna (chromolitho)
8656860 Darmstadt Madonna (chromolitho) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Darmstadt Madonna. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Vandyke instructed by his mother in the elements of drawing (engraving)
8647310 Vandyke instructed by his mother in the elements of drawing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The sick child (engraving)
8635199 The sick child (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: The sick child; parents caring for their poorly child)

Fireside joys (engraving)
8635197 Fireside joys (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fireside joys; family sitting by the fire)

Back to nature (colour litho)
8656717 Back to nature (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Back to nature. Family living in a houseboat on the beach)

The lion of Florence (colour litho)
8664102 The lion of Florence (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info)

And now I suppose you're going to tell me that the last one's gone
8663967 And now I suppose you're going to tell me that the last one's gone and there isn't another until next Thursday (litho) by Pont (Graham Laidler) (1908-40)

Polar bear and cubs (colour litho)
8663626 Polar bear and cubs (colour litho) by Friese, Richard (1854-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Polar bear and cubs)

Birth of a child in ancient Germany (engraving)
8626221 Birth of a child in ancient Germany (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth of a child in ancient Germany)

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"Mama: A Universal Symbol of Love and Nurture" Throughout history, the concept of "mama" has been depicted in various forms, showcasing the profound bond between a mother and child. From ancient times to modern-day, artists have captured this timeless connection through their masterpieces. In Saint Luke's 17th-century painting, we witness the miraculous healing of a hydropic child by his mother's touch. This powerful image reminds us of a mother's unwavering love and her ability to bring comfort even in the face of adversity. Joseph, Mary, and Jesus portray another iconic representation of "mama. " In their humble presence, we see Mary's tender embrace as she cradles her newborn son, and is a reminder that mothers are not only providers but also protectors - nurturing their children with endless care. A barn owl caring for its chicks showcases nature's own version of maternal instinct. The litho print captures the delicate balance between strength and gentleness that defines every mama bird as they raise their young ones under watchful eyes. Moving forward in time, an ancient relief depicts Nefertiti kissing her daughter Merytaten—a testament to maternal affection transcending centuries. This intimate moment immortalizes the tenderness shared between generations. The c1440 masterpiece by Rogier Van der Weyden portrays Christ appearing to his grieving mother after his crucifixion—an emotional depiction reminding us that even in moments of sorrow or loss, mamas find solace within each other's arms. Family grace before meals signifies how mamas nourish not only bodies but also souls. Through shared prayers and gratitude for sustenance on our tables, mothers teach us about unity and appreciation for life’s blessings. From cooking crepes together to capturing precious memories like paddling down a river—these simple yet cherished moments exemplify how mamas create lasting bonds through everyday activities filled with love and laughter. Even beyond human relationships, the animal kingdom showcases maternal devotion.