Womanhood

Original oil painting on stretched canvas by Elaine Lazarus

72" x 48"

"Womanhood" is a symbolic tribute to the bonds of family and the enduring spirit of women across generations. Three dresses—delicate and ornate—float like silent figures against the shadowed backdrop of a forest, each one intricately adorned with patterns that speak of heritage and identity. Beneath them, the words Daughter, Mother, and Sister anchor the composition, honoring the roles that shape and connect us. Woven within the painting are quiet symbols of love and resilience: a heart, a pair of hands, a dove, a butterfly, and a rabbit. Each carries its own meaning—compassion, connection, peace, transformation, and gentleness—together forming a narrative of hope. Through its rich detail and layered symbolism, Womanhood invites viewers to reflect on lineage, memory, and the deep ties that bind women together across time