Paula Modersohn-Becker

German painter of expressive works

Paula Modersohn-Becker - German painter of expressive works
Born

February 8th, 1876
149 years ago

Died

November 20th, 1907
117 years ago — 31 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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Born in 1876, a German painter emerged as a significant figure in early 20th-century art. Modersohn-Becker developed a unique style that combined elements of post-impressionism and expressionism. Emphasizing themes of motherhood and the female experience, artwork highlighted the role of women in society. The artist produced notable self-portraits and paintings that featured intimate depictions of rural life. Tragically, her career was cut short when she died at the age of 31, yet several of her works gained recognition posthumously.

Pioneered modernist art in Germany

Created over 400 paintings and numerous drawings

Famous for self-portraits and depictions of motherhood

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