In the Garden
1903
oil
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
1903
oil
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
This painting shows a woman and a young girl sitting together in a garden. The woman is wearing a white dress and has dark hair pulled back. She is holding a flower and looking at the girl. The girl is wearing a pink dress and a large hat with a black ribbon. She has blonde hair and is looking at the woman. The background of the painting is a garden with green trees and bushes. There are some flowers visible, but they are not the main focus of the painting. The overall mood of the painting is peaceful and serene. The artist who created this painting is Mary Cassatt.