Leibl's Mother

Wilhelm Leibl

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a profile view of an older man seated from the waist up. He appears relaxed, with his hands folded on his lap. His facial features are defined, showcasing a prominent nose and deep-set eyes with a serene expression. The man's hair is short, gray, and neatly combed. He is wearing a dark garment, possibly a jacket over a shirt with a visible white collar. There are no visible jewelry or objects in his hands. The background is textured and dark, contrasting with the surrounding lighter paper. The signature "W. Leibl" is visible at the bottom right corner.