Preparing Bill for an Outing
1889
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1889
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Preparing Bill for an Outing is a 1889 ink by Mary Cassatt, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a woman holding a baby. The woman is wearing a dress and has her hair pulled back. She is looking down at the baby, who is wearing a hat and a light-colored outfit. The background is a plain wall. The woman's face is not clearly visible, but her expression seems gentle. The baby looks up at her with a curious expression. The overall mood of the painting is calm and intimate. The artist's use of soft lines and muted colors creates a sense of warmth and tenderness. The painting is a beautiful example of Impressionism, a movement that emphasized capturing everyday moments and emotions. To learn more about this style, explore the Impressionism movement.
Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.
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