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Afternoon Tea Party, by Mary Cassatt, ink, 1890

Afternoon Tea Party

Mary Cassatt

1890

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Afternoon Tea Party is a 1890 ink by Mary Cassatt, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Mary Cassatt
When & what style?
1890 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows two women sitting at a table, engaged in conversation. The woman on the left is dressed in dark attire and a head covering, while the woman on the right wears a white dress. A teapot and cups are placed on the table between them. The scene is set against a backdrop of a window with a plant visible outside, suggesting a daytime setting. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of intimacy and warmth in the scene. The painting's style and technique are reminiscent of Impressionism, with soft brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the play of light. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the Impressionism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Mary Cassatt
Artist

Mary Cassatt

Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.

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