That's certainly one possible interpretation!

Notice the curved lines of the sofa encompassing Mother and the boys while Eleanor is isolated between straight lines. Notice also the dominance of other family members and even the screen in background that may contribute to Eleanor's positioning.

 

 

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Created August 5, 1997, Reviewed and Last Updated July 26, 1998