Zigeunermadonna 1926

Otto Mueller's 1926 painting "Zigeunermadonna" is a striking example of German Expressionism. The artwork depicts a Romani woman, possibly a mother, holding a child and smoking a pipe, with a sunflower held by the child. This unconventional interpretation of the Madonna and Child theme showcases Mueller's signature style, characterized by bold colors and expressive lines. The work's subject matter and composition reflect Mueller's fascination with the Romani culture and his desire to challenge traditional representations of religious figures. "Zigeunermadonna" is currently housed in the Hessisches Landesmuseum Darmstadt, Germany, and its dimensions are 70.5 x 87 cm.