Bread (Brot)

About this work

The painting depicts a woman dressed in a long robe, her head bent down. She is holding a small child on her left side, while another child peeks out from behind her right side. The scene is rendered in dark, muted tones. The woman's posture conveys a sense of exhaustion and hardship, while the children's faces express a mix of fear and uncertainty. The overall mood of the painting is somber and poignant, evoking a sense of struggle and resilience. The artist's use of lithography adds a sense of depth and texture to the painting, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the scene. For more on the artist behind this powerful work, explore Kollwitz, Käthe.