Madonna
1979
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1979
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Madonna is a 1979 watercolor by Elena Samperi, a Contemporary Abstract work, depicting Breastfeeding, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a seated woman in a blue dress holding a baby close. Behind her, a man leans in, reaching toward them. The background is bright red with swirling gold patterns, while the floor looks like old tiles with faded circles. The woman’s face is simple but kind, and her hands gently cradle the baby. The colors are bold—deep reds, soft blues, and warm golds—making the scene feel both cozy and a little dreamy. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this painting in person.
A 1979 watercolour by Elena Samperi shows a woman screaming while breastfeeding a fully grown but miniature man with sharpened teeth.
Read the full account in the museum source.
Elena Samperi liked to paint with watercolors while sitting outside, even when the wind blew.
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