Who painted In the Opera Box [verso]?

In the Opera Box [verso] was painted by Mary Cassatt in 1880.

Where can I see In the Opera Box [verso]?

In the Opera Box [verso] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is In the Opera Box [verso]?

In the Opera Box [verso] is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

In the Opera Box [verso]

Mary Cassatt , 1880

In the Opera Box [verso] is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Mary Cassatt. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

In the Opera Box (verso), a drawing from 1880, showcases Mary Cassatt's exploration of intimate, everyday moments, characteristic of her Impressionist inclinations.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a woman, likely in a private moment of observation (perhaps at the opera), with a neutral expression, emphasizing the quiet, personal lives of women, a common theme in Cassatt's oeuvre.

Technique & Style

Executed in transferred softground with brown wash on wove paper, the piece features a soft, muted palette, blending the woman's attire with the background to evoke warmth and intimacy.

History & Provenance

Created during Cassatt's time in France, where she was closely associated with Impressionists, notably Edgar Degas, this work reflects her standing among prominent female Impressionist artists of her time.