Hilda and Franzi von Matsch, the Children of the Artist
In this 1901 oil on canvas, two young girls, Hilda and Franzi von Matsch, are positioned beside a stone ledge. The composition is a medium shot that emphasizes the physical presence of the children against a muted background of greens, tans, and creams. On the left, a girl is dressed in a white, flowing gown featuring lace textures, and she holds a silver watering can. To her right, the second…


