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Jakub Schikaneder, an important Czech painter, known for his melancholic and sensitive depictions of everyday life, turns to the theme of deep human emotionality in this work. The work expresses an intimate and compassionate view of the moments when a mother watches over her sick child. The soft, dim candlelight creates an atmosphere of calm and anxiety at the same time, while the clock in the background symbolizes the inexorable flow of time. Schikaneder was a master of working with light and shadow, thus underlining the moodiness and emotionality of his scenes. This charcoal drawing is a typical example of his ability to capture melancholy and compassion, while also reflecting the influence of Symbolism and Art Nouveau Realism that dominated European art in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The work depicts not only the care of a mother, but also broader themes such as fear, hope and anxiety associated with human frailty. Schikaneder's paintings, like this one, resonate with their humanity and ability to convey deep emotion through minimalist yet expressive scenes.
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