How a 20th-century sculptor redefined the gaze of motherhood

The Artist Project: Natalie Frank · 3:21 · Video: The Met · Watch at the source

In short: Artist Natalie Frank explores the profound emotional weight of Käthe Kollwitz’s work. This episode of The Artist Project offers a rare look at how one sculptor’s vision can reshape our understanding of the female experience.

In this installment of The Artist Project, contemporary American painter and illustrator Natalie Frank reflects on the legacy of Käthe Kollwitz. Frank describes the experience of engaging with Kollwitz's art as a pivotal moment of recognition, noting how it provided a unique perspective on the realities of womanhood.

The series invites modern creators to interact with The Met's permanent collection, using their own artistic lenses to interpret historical masterpieces. By analyzing Kollwitz's work, Frank highlights the enduring power of art to communicate complex, shared human emotions across generations.

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