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Baby

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In this tender portrayal, a cherubic infant lies peacefully, swathed in soft fabrics that blend seamlessly with the soothing background. The artist employs a striking palette dominated by cool blues and soft whites, evoking a sense of purity and tranquility. The baby's serene expression, with closed eyes and a slight hint of a smile, radiates innocence and calm. The tender curve of the body is accentuated by gestural brushstrokes, making one feel the soft warmth of the fabric enveloping the child; it's as if you can hear the gentle sounds of a sleeping baby, a lullaby of peace.

The composition invites viewers to focus entirely on the infant, framed by a wash of rich, earthy colors that create a sense of groundedness and safety. This artwork speaks to the emotional connection we hold with new life, encapsulating a moment of perfect stillness in a chaotic world. It emerges from an era embracing modernism, where emotive color and brushwork were celebrated, inviting us to reflect on the beauty of infancy and the profound emotions tied to motherhood and nurturing.

Baby

Cuno Amiet

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Created:

1911

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Dimensions:

6400 × 5082 px
320 × 400 mm

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