1910
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Mutter und Kind (Mother and Child) is a 1910 ink by Wilhelm Lehmbruck, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a tender scene of a mother and child. The mother, seated on the ground, gently cradles the child in her arms. The child's head rests on the mother's shoulder, and the mother's hand supports the child's back. The mother's face is serene, with her eyes closed, conveying a sense of peacefulness. The drypoint technique used in the painting creates a sense of depth and texture, with visible lines and shading that add to the overall mood of the piece. The focus on the mother and child creates a sense of intimacy and warmth. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Lehmbruck, Wilhelm, who explored themes of motherhood and family in his art.
Wilhelm Lehmbruck (4 January 1881 – 25 March 1919) was a German sculptor. One of the most important of his generation, he was influenced by realism and expressionism.
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