Portrait of Mlle C. Lydia Cassatt

Portrait of Mlle C. Lydia Cassatt by Mary Cassatt
Artist
Mary Cassatt
Date
1880
Style
Impressionism
Genre
Portrait
'Portrait of Mlle C. Lydia Cassatt' is a insightful work of art by American painter and printmaker, Mary Stevenson Cassatt. Similar to her other pieces, this detailed portrait emphasises the social and private lives of women, showcasing intimate bonds in mundane settings. Cassatt was closely affiliated with French Impressionism, clearly reflected in this vibrant, yet delicate depiction. This painting was created using oil on canvas, a medium that allows for richly detailed and luminescent artwork. The portrait delves into the personal and familiar, a common theme in Cassatt's work.

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