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The Artist's Father Reading, c.1883 (graphite, on ivory wove paper)
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The Artist's Father Reading, c.1883 (graphite, on ivory wove paper)
5860752 The Artist's Father Reading, c.1883 (graphite, on ivory wove paper) by Cassatt, Mary Stevenson (1844-1926); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Mary Cassatt)
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The Artist's Father Reading, c.1883 by Mary Cassatt captures a tender moment of intimacy and contemplation. The graphite sketch on ivory wove paper showcases the artist's skill in capturing the essence of her subject with delicate lines and shading.
In this portrait, Cassatt portrays her father engrossed in a book, his bearded face illuminated by the soft light filtering through a nearby window. The attention to detail in his expression and posture conveys a sense of quiet concentration and introspection.
This preparatory drawing reveals Cassatt's meticulous approach to her art, as she carefully studies her subject before creating more finished works. The simplicity of the composition allows for focus on the emotional connection between father and daughter, highlighting their bond through shared moments of reading and reflection.
As one of America's most renowned female artists of the 19th century, Mary Cassatt broke barriers in a male-dominated art world to create powerful and emotive works like this one. The Artist's Father Reading serves as both a tribute to familial love and an example of Cassatt's exceptional talent in capturing human emotion with grace and sensitivity.
Displayed at The Art Institute of Chicago, this piece continues to captivate viewers with its timeless depiction of familial warmth and intellectual curiosity.
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