Self Portrait

Self Portrait by Mary Cassatt
Artist
Mary Cassatt
Date
c.1880
Style
Impressionism
Genre
Self-portrait
Mary Stevenson Cassatt's 'Self Portrait' is a remarkable example of Impressionism. Her expertise as an American painter and printmaker shines through in this masterpiece that employs the sensitive use of watercolors, imbuing the canvas with a light and vibrant energy. Cassatt, who gained recognition for depicting the nuanced experiences of women, provides an intimate glimpse into her own life with this self-portrait. Rendered on a textured paper, the portrait displays Cassatt's delicate yet confident brushwork, staying true to her Impressionistic style.

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