Add a reverent classic vibe to your bedroom with this 1975 Sharon Johnson Motherhood Print Set, featuring a matched pair of charcoal-style sketches. Created by artist Sharon Johnson, these works capture the intimate, quiet moments of early motherhood—depicting a mother in a moment of nursing and a tender embrace with a wide-eyed child, rendered with a delicate hand that provides a sense of timeless nostalgia.
Origin: USA
Era: 1970s (1975)
Material: Heavyweight Paper
Dimensions: 14.00" x 11.00"
Condition: Excellent
Special Feature: Signed and dated by artist in the print; original oval mattes included.
Note: Sharon Johnson's work was highly collected in the mid-70s for its ability to capture high-emotion realism without being overly sentimental.
The fine, whisper-thin lines and subtle shading lend a sophisticated elegance to the cream-colored paper, capturing high-emotion realism through a grounded, monochromatic lens. Standing at fourteen inches tall, these prints possess a quiet authority, serving as a soulful tribute to the maternal bond. There is a specific wit in Johnson's ability to document these heavy, life-defining moments with such a light and airy artistic touch.
Whether framed in traditional gold leaf or simple natural oak, this set brings a touch of nostalgic grace and a serene atmosphere to the home. They are a quintessential choice for a gallery wall that values the intersection of mid-century realism and the enduring nature of familial love. Its pristine condition and original matting ensure it remains a preserved artifact of 1970s emotional art.
This item is vintage, over 50 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.