Young Mother Gazing at Her Child

William Bouguereau

Created:
Movement:
1871
Realism
key Notes:
Maternal tenderness; Neoclassical realism.
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Dimensions:
56 x 40 1/2 in. (142.2 x 102.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Young Mother Gazing at Her Child by William-Adolphe Bouguereau

Young Mother Gazing at Her Child, painted in 1871 by William-Adolphe Bouguereau, is an exemplary work of the artist's mastery in the academic style, utilizing oil on canvas. Bouguereau, a prominent French academic painter, was renowned for his realistic genre paintings and his ability to capture the delicate nuances of human emotion and form. This painting reflects his skill in portraying intimate and tender moments, a theme recurrent in his oeuvre, which often focused on maternal and familial bonds. The work is significant for its meticulous attention to detail and the soft, harmonious palette that enhances the serene and affectionate atmosphere. Bouguereau's influence was profound during his lifetime, as he was a leading figure in the French art world, and his works were highly sought after by collectors. Despite facing criticism from modernists, his paintings have experienced a resurgence in appreciation for their technical brilliance and emotive power.

Description of the work:

Young Mother Gazing at Her Child by William Bouguereau

Created in 1871, "Young Mother Gazing at Her Child" by William Bouguereau is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's mastery of academic realism, characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and idealized representation of maternal tenderness. The artwork captures a serene and intimate moment between a mother and her child, reflecting Bouguereau's focus on themes of family and domesticity.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Young Mother Gazing at Her Child