MaternalWilliam H. Johnson · 1944
Oil On Canvas- WallArt
- Naive Art
1944- Modern
68.0 x 53.0 cm
William H. Johnson (1901 – 1970)
William H. Johnson (1901-1970) was a pivotal American painter of the Harlem Renaissance, known for his expressive portraits & folk art style depictions of African American life and experiences. Explore his powerful modernist works!
About this artwork
- Title: Maternal
- Artist: William H. Johnson
- Year: 1944
- Original dimensions: 68.0 x 53.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Movement: Naive Art
- Medium: Oil On Canvas
- Medium type: WallArt
- Creative period: Mature Period
Quick Facts
- Subject or theme: Motherhood and nurturing
- Artistic style: Folk art, Modernist abstraction
- Influences: African American culture, Yoruba religion
- Dimensions: 68 x 53 cm
- Notable elements or techniques: Bold lines, flat planes of color
- Artist: William H. Johnson
Questions & Answers
What feeling does "Maternal" bring as a present?
The comforting tone of "Maternal" by William H. Johnson matches its recommended gift occasion: mother's day.
How do the colors of "Maternal" relate to each other?
"Maternal" by William H. Johnson displays a softly mixed palette color harmony.
Which artist is "Maternal" attributed to?
"Maternal" was created by William H. Johnson. The information on this page describes William H. Johnson's original work.
At what age did William H. Johnson make "Maternal"?
William H. Johnson was 43 years old when creating "Maternal" in 1944. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1901.
Is "Maternal" by William H. Johnson a portrait, landscape or square composition?
The format of "Maternal" is portrait. This is useful when planning where a reproduction will be placed.
What print size of "Maternal" by William H. Johnson fits the recommended room?
For a living room, the recommended print size of "Maternal" by William H. Johnson is medium.
In what year was "Maternal" by William H. Johnson created?
"Maternal" by William H. Johnson was created in 1944.