Embroidery; The Artist's Mother 1882 - 1883

"Embroidery; The Artist's Mother" is a charcoal drawing by Georges Seurat, created in 1882-1883, and now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The work depicts Seurat's mother in a dark interior, subtly illuminated by a soft light. The artist's use of charcoal creates a sense of depth and texture, evoking the delicate art of embroidery, a skill passed down through generations. This intimate portrait, a departure from Seurat's later Pointillist works, showcases his mastery of light and shadow, creating a haunting and poignant depiction of his mother.