The Lamp
1890
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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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
The Lamp is a 1890 ink by Mary Cassatt, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a woman sitting on a couch, looking away from us. In front of her is a small table with a blue vase, a teapot, and a small dog figurine. Outside the window, you can see a dark sky with a few clouds and a faint outline of trees or buildings. The artist used simple shapes and soft colors—like the green blanket and the woman’s pale dress—to keep things calm. The lines around the woman’s face and hair are loose, almost sketchy, which makes the scene feel quick and natural. If you like this style, check out etching to see how artists like this create prints.
Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.
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