The artwork titled “Breastfeeding Mother” was created by Paula Modersohn-Becker and belongs to the Expressionism art movement. It is classified under the genre of genre painting.
The artwork depicts an intimate and serene moment of a mother breastfeeding her child. The mother, with a solemn and slightly melancholic expression, cradles the infant tenderly in her arms. The composition is bathed in warm and subdued tones, with the textures of the skin and garments masterfully rendered. The simplicity yet profound emotional depth captured in this piece is characteristic of Modersohn-Becker’s evocative style within the Expressionist movement. The dark background serves to emphasize the tender bond between mother and child, drawing the viewer’s focus to the central figures in this heartfelt depiction of maternal care.
