Artwork

Meine Mutter (My Mother)

Meine Mutter (My Mother), by Franz von Stuck, ink, 1890
Meine Mutter (My Mother), by Franz von Stuck, ink, 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.

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.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.