Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)Paula Modersohn-Becker · 1902

  • Art movementExpressionism
  • Creation date1902
  • Dimensions27.0 x 31.0 cm

Paula Modersohn-Becker (1876 – 1907)

Discover Paula Modersohn-Becker (1876-1907), a pioneering Expressionist renowned for her daring self-portraits & intimate depictions of motherhood, shaping early 20th-century art with emotional depth and innovation.


About this artwork

  • Title: Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)
  • Artist: Paula Modersohn-Becker
  • Year: 1902
  • Original dimensions: 27.0 x 31.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color intensity: Balanced
  • Perceived brightness: balanced

Questions & Answers

How strong is the contrast in "Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" by Paula Modersohn-Becker?

"Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" by Paula Modersohn-Becker shows a gentle contrast between its light and dark areas.

Who created "Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)"?

"Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" is attributed to Paula Modersohn-Becker.

What are the author and date of "Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)"?

"Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" was created by Paula Modersohn-Becker in 1902.

When was "Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" created, and to which movement does it belong?

"Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" was created in 1902 as a work of the Expressionism movement. Date and movement anchor the artwork in art history.

How old was Paula Modersohn-Becker when creating "Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" in 1902?

Paula Modersohn-Becker was 26 years old when creating "Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" in 1902. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1876.

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"Head of a little girl (Elsbeth)" dates from 1902. The date places the work within Paula Modersohn-Becker's career and its era.

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