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Mother, 1893. Creator: Carl Larsson
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Mother, 1893. Creator: Carl Larsson
Mother, 1893. Additional Info: Carl Larsson was deeply attached to his mother, Johanna, but his difficult childhood had caused some tension in their relationship. In his autobiography, written many years after her death, he notes: "But look at the small watercolour portrait of my mother in her old age, which is now hanging at the Nationalmuseum. Is she not blithe! She loves both her son and everyone else, that ugly, old, biddy. Whom I once thought so fair!"
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Carl Larsson's poignant watercolor portrait, titled "Mother," captures the image of his elderly mother, Johanna, in the late 1890s. The painting, now displayed at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, offers a glimpse into the complex relationship between the artist and his mother. Although Larsson held a deep affection for his mother, his challenging childhood had left some residual tension between them. In his autobiography, written decades after Johanna's passing, Larsson reflects on the portrait with a mix of fondness and nostalgia, noting, "But look at the small watercolour portrait of my mother in her old age, which is now hanging at the Nationalmuseum. Is she not blithe! She loves both her son and everyone else, that ugly, old, biddy. Whom I once thought so fair!" The portrait showcases Johanna's matriarchal presence, dressed in a monochrome, nineteenth-century outfit with a high collar and long sleeves. The use of watercolor and pencil adds depth and texture to the image, capturing the intricacies of her aged features and the subtle creases in her clothing. The painting's composition features Johanna gazing directly at the camera with a warm, inviting expression, as if inviting the viewer into her world. The interior setting, with its cozy furnishings and thoughtfully arranged objects, further emphasizes the sense of comfort and familiarity. As a testament to both the artist's love for his mother and the passage of time, "Mother" stands as a powerful reminder of the enduring bonds between parents and children, as well as the transformative nature of the human experience.
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