Seated child in an Armchair 1902

"Seated Child in an Armchair" (1902) is a charcoal drawing by Paula Modersohn-Becker, known for her powerful depictions of motherhood and human experience. The artwork, measuring 29.2 x 19.7 cm, portrays a seated child, likely a young girl, in a simple pose. The focus on the child's form and the use of expressive lines are characteristic of Modersohn-Becker's style. This intimate study of childhood innocence exemplifies her sensitivity towards human subjects, a hallmark of her work.