Maternal Caress
1890
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Mary Cassatt
Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.
See the richer artist page1890
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Maternal Caress is a 1890 ink by Mary Cassatt, a Impressionism work, depicting Breastfeeding, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows a mother tenderly holding her child. It's a quiet moment between two people. The artist used a combination of techniques to create this intimate scene, which is interesting because it was made during a time when women artists were rare, and Mary Cassatt was one of the few women to gain recognition. The artist's use of color and composition adds to the warmth of the moment, making it feel very personal. To learn more about this style, look up the technique: etching.
Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.
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