“Family Portrait, II” is an oil painting created by Florine Stettheimer in 1933. This artwork is categorized within the Naïve Art (Primitivism) and Expressionism movements and falls under the genre of genre painting. It is housed in the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, NY, US.
The artwork features a vivid and whimsical depiction of a family gathering, characterized by Stettheimer’s distinctive use of color and imaginative composition. The scene is set against a dreamlike backdrop, showcasing a variety of elements including large, stylized flowers and intricate architectural forms. Each figure in the portrait is rendered with a unique flair, contributing to the painting’s lively and engaging tableau. The decorative and somewhat theatrical framing of the figures suggests a celebration of personal relationships and familial bonds. The overall atmosphere of the artwork exudes a sense of joy, fantasy, and an intimate, yet fantastical, portrayal of domestic life.
