{"product_id":"portrait-of-an-old-woman-paula-modersohn-becker","title":"Portrait of an Old Woman - Paula Modersohn-Becker","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait of an elderly woman by Paula Modersohn-Becker, rendered in earthy tones with visible brushwork. This painting offers a realistic and intimate portrayal of old age.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaula Modersohn-Becker (1876-1907) was a German painter and one of the most important early Expressionists. Her brief but productive career saw her challenge artistic conventions and explore new forms of representation, particularly of women. She was part of the artistic community in Worpswede, Germany, before spending time in Paris where she was exposed to the works of Cézanne and Gauguin. These influences helped her develop a unique style characterised by simplified forms, flattened perspective, and an interest in capturing the essence of her subjects. This oil on canvas portrait depicts an elderly woman, rendered with a direct and unsentimental gaze. The woman's face is painted with earthy tones, and her grey hair is simply styled. She wears a black dress or blouse that provides a stark contrast to the pale background. Modersohn-Becker's brushwork is visible, adding to the painting's sense of immediacy and authenticity. The portrait is not idealised; instead, it presents a realistic and intimate portrayal of old age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-franz-marc-august-macke\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Franz Marc - August Macke — August Macke\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paula Modersohn-Becker","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57821050274127,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57821056074063,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57821056106831,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57821056139599,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57821056172367,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-an-Old-Woman_Poster_CompositorV1_1780112405499.jpg?v=1780162491","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/portrait-of-an-old-woman-paula-modersohn-becker","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}