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After the Bullfight, 1873 (oil on canvas)
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After the Bullfight, 1873 (oil on canvas)
5860840 After the Bullfight, 1873 (oil on canvas) by Cassatt, Mary Stevenson (1844-1926); 82.5--64 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Mary Cassatt (1844-1926))
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After the Bullfight, 1873
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is a captivating oil painting by Mary Cassatt that depicts a poignant scene after a bullfight. The artwork, measuring 82.5 by 64 cm, can be found at The Art Institute of Chicago in Illinois, USA. In this masterpiece, Cassatt skillfully captures the essence of post-bullfight emotions and exhaustion. The viewer's attention is immediately drawn to a lone figure in profile view – an elegantly dressed man wearing a hat or bonnet. His clothes suggest he may be from the upper class, adding an intriguing layer to the narrative. The artist's use of color adds depth and intensity to the composition. Vibrant hues bring life to the canvas while subtly conveying different moods and atmospheres within the scene. One cannot help but notice that amidst his weariness, the man indulges in smoking – perhaps seeking solace or reflection after witnessing such intense spectacle. A tobacco packet and box nearby hint at his addiction or habit. Cassatt's impressionist style shines through as she expertly captures light and shadow on her subject's face, emphasizing his masculine features with delicate brushstrokes. "After the Bullfight" invites viewers into a moment frozen in time; it evokes curiosity about what thoughts might occupy this man's mind as he contemplates what has just unfolded before him. This remarkable piece stands as testament to Cassatt's talent for capturing human emotion through her exceptional portraiture skills.
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