Who painted In the Opera Box [verso]?

In the Opera Box [verso] was painted by Mary Cassatt in 1880.

Where can I see In the Opera Box [verso]?

In the Opera Box [verso] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is In the Opera Box [verso]?

In the Opera Box [verso] is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of In the Opera Box [verso]?

Museum-quality prints of In the Opera Box [verso] are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

In the Opera Box [verso]

Mary Cassatt , 1880

In the Opera Box [verso] is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Mary Cassatt. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in graphite by unknown hand: RP; lower center in graphite by unknown hand: 150-
Markings: Marked:Robert Hartshorne (Lugt 2215b)

About this work

Overview

In the Opera Box (verso), a drawing from 1880, showcases Mary Cassatt's exploration of intimate, everyday moments, characteristic of her Impressionist inclinations.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a woman, likely in a private moment of observation (perhaps at the opera), with a neutral expression, emphasizing the quiet, personal lives of women, a common theme in Cassatt's oeuvre.

Technique & Style

Executed in transferred softground with brown wash on wove paper, the piece features a soft, muted palette, blending the woman's attire with the background to evoke warmth and intimacy.

History & Provenance

Created during Cassatt's time in France, where she was closely associated with Impressionists, notably Edgar Degas, this work reflects her standing among prominent female Impressionist artists of her time.