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The Loge [verso]

Mary Cassatt

1882

graphite

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Interior

Dominant colour

The Loge [verso] is a 1882 graphite by Mary Cassatt, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Mary Cassatt
When & what style?: 1882 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows two women sitting together, holding a fan. The woman on the left has short hair and is wearing a dress with a high neckline. The woman on the right has longer hair and is also wearing a dress. They are sitting in a room with a high ceiling and a balcony in the background. The painting is done in soft, muted colors, with a focus on the textures of the women's clothing and the fan. The overall effect is one of quiet intimacy, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a private moment. The painting is reminiscent of the work of Impressionist artists, who sought to capture the fleeting moments of modern life. You might want to look up more about Impressionism.