The artwork titled “Mother and Child” was created by Oskar Kokoschka in 1921 and belongs to the Expressionism art movement. This portrait captures the intimate bond between a mother and her child.
In the artwork, the figures of the mother and child are rendered with vivid and expressive brushstrokes, characteristic of the Expressionist style. The background features a complex interplay of colors, primarily dominated by shades of blue that contrast sharply with the warm tones used for the skin of the figures. The mother appears with her eyes partially closed, holding the child closely, emphasizing a deep emotional connection between them. The child, wrapped in a headscarf, gazes outward with an ambiguous yet tender expression. The texture of the paint and the intensity of the colors contribute to the overall emotional impact of the piece, epitomizing the raw and dynamic qualities that define Kokoschka’s work in the Expressionist genre.