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Marion Lenbach (1892–1947), the Artist's Daughter
Marion Lenbach (1892–1947), the Artist's Daughter is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Franz von Lenbach. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on Marion Löhlein, capturing her identity as the daughter of Franz von Lenbach within the context of a formal character study.
The work is a portrait depicting Marion Löhlein, identified as the artist's daughter, who serves as the main subject. Created in 1900, the painting presents a young girl rendered in oil on canvas. As a genre portrait, the piece focuses entirely on the individual likeness and presence of the sitter rather than illustrating a broader narrative scene or complex allegorical scheme.
The composition centers on Marion Löhlein, capturing her identity as the daughter of Franz von Lenbach within the context of a formal character study. The artwork functions primarily as a representation of the sitter's physical appearance and status as a family member, without additional symbolic elements or external iconographic references noted in the available records.
History & Provenance
The work titled “Marion Lenbach (1892–1947), the Artist’s Daughter” is an oil‑on‑canvas portrait painted by Franz von Lenbach in 1900. It represents his daughter Marion Löhlein, a subject he rendered shortly after her birth. The painting was created as a family portrait, likely commissioned within the artist’s household, and remained in the Lenbach family until its acquisition by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where it has been part of the collection since.
Its inception is recorded as 1900‑01‑01, with documented dimensions of 149.5 × 105.4 cm. The provenance therefore traces from the artist’s studio to the museum’s ownership.
The portrait of Marion Lenbach, painted by Franz von Lenbach in 1900, is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The work, executed in oil on canvas, depicts the artist's daughter, identified in the records as Marion Löhlein. While the specific accession number is not provided in the available documentation, the painting is cataloged within the museum's holdings with dimensions of 149.5 cm in height and 105.4 cm in width.
The provided sources do not contain details regarding the work's exhibition history or a specific inventory number beyond its inclusion in the museum's collection.
Overview
Created in 1900 by German artist Franz von Lenbach, this oil painting portrays his daughter, Marion Löhlein, during her childhood. The artwork, titled Marion Lenbach (1892–1947), the Artist's Daughter, offers a personal glimpse into the artist's family life. It exemplifies characteristics of the Impressionist movement, a departure from Lenbach's more formal public commissions. This intimate portrait is now part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
Technique & Style
Lenbach employed a distinct Impressionistic approach in this work, utilizing loose brushwork to capture a sense of immediacy. Soft, luminous effects illuminate Marion's face and the rich red fabric of her dress, contrasting with the dimly lit, indistinct background. This technique emphasizes her presence, drawing the viewer's eye to her figure.
The subtle play of light and shadow, particularly on the folds of her gown, adds depth and movement to the composition.
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Franz Seraph Lenbach, after 1882, Ritter von Lenbach (13 December 1836 – 6 May 1904), was a German painter known primarily for his portraits of prominent personalities from the nobility, the arts, and industry.
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