Paula Modersohn-Becker

Paula Modersohn-Becker was a German painter born on February 8, 1876, in Dresden, and she passed away on November 21, 1907, in Worpswede. She was a pioneering figure in the early Expressionist movement, known for her innovative approach to portraiture and still life, often focusing on the female form and motherhood. Modersohn-Becker was a central member of the Worpswede artist colony, where she developed her distinctive style that combined elements of Post-Impressionism with a bold use of color and form. Her work was groundbreaking in its departure from traditional representations, influencing subsequent generations of artists. Despite her short life, she produced over 700 paintings and numerous drawings, leaving a significant legacy in the development of modern art. Her untimely death at the age of 31, shortly after giving birth to her daughter, curtailed a promising career but cemented her status as a key figure in early 20th-century art.