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Motherhood (Maternité)

Edouard Vuillard

National Gallery of Art

There is an image of a woman seated at a table. She is in a seated position, slightly turned toward the table, cradling an object that resembles a pitcher or a teapot in her arms. Her facial features are obscured due to the muted and impressionistic style of the artwork, but her hair is styled up. She is wearing a dark outfit, blending with the background, and her attire contrasts with the richly patterned and colored tablecloth that covers the round table. The tablecloth showcases a mix of greens and blues with a red and orange stripe pattern at the bottom edge. The setting includes a couple of chairs in the background and a dimly lit interior, casting shadows around her. The color palette is dark and earthy, with a soft focus that creates an intimate atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1896
Medium
color lithograph on Japanese paper
Dimensions
3698 × 3108 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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