Newell Convers Wyeth (1882-1945)

The present work was published as an illustration for Percival Gibbon’s short story “Madame Robin” in the 1913 issue of Scribner’s Magazine. The story takes place in French-speaking North Africa, centering around the protagonist Madame Robin, a single mother seeking care for her sick child. Initially refused care by a doctor, Madame Robin almost loses hope until an anonymous Arab man appears and convinces the doctor to open his doors. The present work depicts the moment when this good samaritan allows Madame Robin and her child to seek care from the doctor before him.