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Preparing Bill for an Outing, by Mary Cassatt, ink, 1889

Preparing Bill for an Outing

Mary Cassatt

1889

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Preparing Bill for an Outing is a 1889 ink by Mary Cassatt, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Mary Cassatt
When & what style?
1889 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

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.

About the artist

Portrait of Mary Cassatt
Artist

Mary Cassatt

Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.

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