Kneeling in an Armchair
1903
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1903
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a young girl sitting in an armchair, resting her arm on it. She's depicted from the waist up, with a soft expression. Her light garment has minimal detail, which makes her face stand out. This artwork is interesting because it shows Cassatt's skill in etching, focusing on the girl's gentle expression. To learn more about the artist's use of light and dark, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
