1883
graphite
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Child Seated on a Sofa is a 1883 graphite by Mary Cassatt, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait features a child sitting on a sofa, rendered in graphite on wove paper. The child is dressed in dark attire and has a light-colored collar, with their hands clasped together in front of them. The background of the portrait is a light beige color. The child's face is turned slightly to the right, and their expression is neutral. The overall mood of the portrait is one of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of graphite creates a sense of subtlety and nuance, drawing the viewer's attention to the child's gentle features. To learn more about the artist who created this portrait, look up Cassatt, Mary.
Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.
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