Girls in the garden with glass ball (Elsbeth) 1902

"Girls in the Garden with Glass Ball (Elsbeth)" (1902) by Paula Modersohn-Becker depicts a young girl, possibly the artist's daughter, Elsbeth, standing in a garden. The child is the focus of the composition, dressed in a light blue dress and a white bonnet, with a large glass ball, possibly reflecting a distant landscape, in the background. The painting exhibits a stylized and simplified form, typical of Modersohn-Becker's work, with a focus on capturing the essence of her subject through expressive brushstrokes and vibrant colors. This work exemplifies the artist's exploration of the female figure and her unique style, characterized by directness and emotional intensity.