The Two Sisters

'The Two Sisters' is a delicate yet striking portrait created by renowned American artist Mary Stevenson Cassatt, who lived much of her adult life in France. The painting is an excellent example of Impressionism, a style Cassatt adopted under the influence of her close associate Edgar Degas. This portrait vividly portrays the intimate bond between two sisters, a common theme in many of her works. The artist's use of pastel colors contributes to the soft yet emotionally rich ambiance of the painting, synonymous with Cassatt's illustrious focus on women's social and private lives.