Madonna 1900

"Madonna" is a 1900 photograph by Aura Hertwig, a German photographer known for her sensitive portrayals of motherhood. The image depicts a woman, veiled and draped in fabric, cradling a sleeping infant. The soft light and gentle composition evoke a sense of tranquility and devotion, creating a timeless and poignant image of maternal love. Hertwig's photograph explores the universal themes of motherhood and nurturing, a subject she frequently explored in her work. The work embodies the aesthetics of Pictorialism, a photographic movement that sought to elevate photography to the status of fine art.