The Parents

Käthe Kollwitz's The Parents is a powerful portrait that exemplifies her mastery in capturing raw human emotion and suffering. Known for her focus on the hardships faced by the working class, Kollwitz’s work often explores themes of poverty, hunger, and war. Although she began with highly realistic portrayals, her style evolved towards Expressionism, emphasizing emotional intensity. As Germany’s first woman elected to the Prussian Academy of Arts and granted honorary professor status, Kollwitz’s art continues to resonate as a compelling blend of realism and expressive depth.