The Corner of the Sofa (No. 3)

The Corner of the Sofa (No. 3)

Mary Cassatt

1879

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

You see a woman sitting on a sofa, turned away from us. She's lost in thought, and we can't see her face. This painting is interesting because it shows a quiet moment, a private scene, and the woman's pose suggests she's deep in thought, maybe even a little sad. This scene feels intimate, like we're peeking into someone's private life. The artist used simple lines and soft colors to create a calm mood. Check out the work of artist: Cassatt, Mary.

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