Who painted Meine Mutter (My Mother)?

Meine Mutter (My Mother) was painted by Franz von Stuck in 1890.

Where can I see Meine Mutter (My Mother)?

Meine Mutter (My Mother) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Meine Mutter (My Mother)?

Meine Mutter (My Mother) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Meine Mutter (My Mother)?

Museum-quality prints of Meine Mutter (My Mother) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Meine Mutter (My Mother)

Franz von Stuck , 1890

Meine Mutter (My Mother) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Franz von Stuck. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: FRANZ / STUCK; lower center in plate: MEINE MUTTER; by later hand, lower left in graphite: Franz von Stuck

About this work

Overview

Franz von Stuck's Meine Mutter (My Mother), circa 1890, is a small etching on laid paper depicting a woman's portrait.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, identified by the title as the artist's mother, is portrayed with a dark headscarf and simple dress against a plain background, emphasizing her facial expression.

Technique & Style

The etching features a rough, grainy texture, with visibly hand-drawn lines characteristic of the medium's capabilities.

History & Provenance

Created around 1890, specific details on the artwork's history and ownership are not provided.

Context

Meine Mutter reflects late 19th-century printmaking practices, with etching allowing for detailed, expressive works like this portrait.

Legacy

The artwork's impact or influence on subsequent artists or movements is not specified in available information.