Maternité
1923
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1923
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting features a woman reclining on her side, with her head resting on her left arm. Her body is depicted in a relaxed pose, with her right arm curled around her stomach. The woman's face is turned away from the viewer, and her hair is dark and curly. The painting is rendered in a range of dark tones, with the woman's body and hair standing out against a lighter background. The overall effect is one of intimacy and quiet contemplation. To learn more about the artist's use of shading and texture, explore the technique of cross-hatching.
