The Sick Girl

"The Sick Girl" by Gabriël Metsu is an oil on wood genre painting from around 1660, showcasing the intimacy and emotional depth characteristic of the Baroque period. The scene depicts a young girl lying in bed, visibly unwell, as a woman tends to her, emphasizing themes of care and vulnerability. This artwork exemplifies Metsu’s mastery in capturing everyday life with realism and tenderness. Since 1928, it has been housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, acquired with assistance from the Vereniging Rembrandt, following a notable sale from Oscar Huldschinsky’s Berlin collection.