Mother And Child XV, 1983

Etching, aquatint, roulette, and drypoint on Arches paper - Plate size: 30.5 x 23.2 cm. - Artwork size: 44 x 52.1 cm. - Edited bt James Collyer and John Crossley, London - From the portfolio: "Mother And Child" (consisting of 30 etchings). - Catalogue number 695 on Moore. The Graphic Work. 1980-1984. Gérald Cramer. 1973. // Mother And Child XV by Henry Moore is an etching and aquatint from 1983, part of his Mother And Child portfolio consisting of 30 works. This piece is rendered using multiple techniques, including etching, aquatint, roulette, and drypoint, giving it a rich texture and depth. The composition depicts a mother lying on the floor, reaching out to her crawling child, encapsulating the intimate and nurturing bond between the two figures. The use of strong lines and shadowing emphasizes the weight and form of the bodies, creating a sense of solidity while also conveying tenderness. The etched textures and soft tonal variations in the background set the scene, suggesting an interior space that feels both intimate and expansive.The plate size measures 30.5 x 23.2 cm, while the overall artwork is printed on Arches paper, measuring 44 x 52.1 cm. Published by James Collyer and John Crossley in London, this work is part of a limited edition of 65 prints, with an additional XV artist proofs. It is catalogued as number 695 in Moore. The Graphic Work. 1980-1984 by Gérald Cramer.