Artwork
The Child
The Child is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Carl Wilhelmson. It dates from 1903 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
The Child is a 1903 oil painting by Carl Wilhelmson, a Swedish artist known for his work in painting, graphics, and photography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts an intimate scene of a woman in dark clothing cradling a baby in a white dress on her lap, her gentle expression and the baby's curious gaze conveying a sense of tender connection.
Technique & Style
Wilhelmson's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth, drawing attention to the figures against a dark background, characteristic of the post-impressionist style.
History & Provenance
The Child is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, reflecting Wilhelmson's contribution to Swedish art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Carl Wilhelm Wilhelmson (12 November 1866, Fiskebäckskil – 24 September 1928, Gothenburg) was a Swedish painter, graphic artist, amateur photographer and art teacher.
