Artwork
Portrait of the Artist's Mother
Portrait of the Artist's Mother is an unspecified painting by the Realist artist Augustin Théodule Ribot. It dates from 1867 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of the Artist's Mother, created circa 1867 by French realist painter Théodule-Augustin Ribot, is a portrait of the artist's mother rendered in a realist style, emphasizing everyday, unidealized representation.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Ribot's mother, depicted in a simple, unadorned manner with her hair pulled back and wearing a plain dress, conveying a sense of quiet dignity and realism.
Technique & Style
Executed in black and white, the painting utilizes soft shading on the face, employing chiaroscuro techniques to create depth and make the subject's face stand out against a plain, dark background.
History & Provenance
Originally created by a largely self-taught artist who transitioned from decorative arts to recognized portrait and still-life painter, the work is now part of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Théodule-Augustin Ribot (French: ; August 8, 1823 – September 11, 1891) was a French realist painter and printmaker.
