Girl with wooden horses
- Artist
- Paula Modersohn-Becker
- Date
- c.1903
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
"Girl with Wooden Horses" is a captivating work that exemplifies the genre painting tradition, capturing a tender moment of childhood innocence. The artist employs expressive brushwork reminiscent of Expressionism, emphasizing emotional depth and raw sensation. The scene is rendered on a textured canvas, which enhances the tactile quality and intimacy of the portrayal. The depiction of the girl and her wooden horses reflects societal attitudes toward innocence and vulnerability, resonating with the evolving standards of nudity and the human form in art history.
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