This tender and beautifully rendered mid-century mixed media lithograph by renowned American artist Edna Hibel depicts one of her signature subject matters: the universal bond between a mother and her child. The composition centers on a young mother with soft, flowing hair gazing lovingly downward as she cradles her sleeping infant tightly against her chest. Hibel’s distinctive style is on full display here, incorporating delicate, fluid linework layered over a rich background of mottled blue, lavender, and deep terracotta tones. Sweeping, ornamental gold-toned accents follow the contours of the figures' garments, infusing the peaceful scene with a subtle, shimmering radiance and a texture that mimics fine porcelain painting.

The artwork features the artist's integrated signature "Hibel" in dark fluid script along the lower edge of the image plate. The piece is presented under glass within a multi-layered presentation consisting of a wide cream-colored outer mat and a slender teal-blue inner accent mat. It is housed in an elegant, vintage gold-finished wood frame decorated with a classic beaded inner border motif.

Specifications

• Medium: Mixed media lithograph print on paper

• Signature: Signed "Hibel" in plate lower center

• Framing: Gilt beaded wood frame, double matted under glass

• Dimensions: 26 x 21 inches

Keywords

edna hibel american artist mother and child madonna lily portrait lithograph print mixed media gold accents mid century art vintage fine art sleeping baby maternal love impressionistic lines decorative wall art framed print double matted collector plate style