Artwork
Margot Leaning against Reine's Knee
Margot Leaning against Reine's Knee is a graphite drawing by Mary Cassatt. It dates from 1902 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
The painting is called Margot Leaning against Reine's Knee.
It was made by Mary Cassatt around 1902.
The artist used graphite on wove paper to create this work, which is a simple yet effective medium.
You can learn more about this artist and her style at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, or by looking up the work of artist: Cassatt, Mary.
Overview
Mary Cassatt's *Margot Leaning against Reine's Knee* (circa 1902) is a graphite drawing on wove paper, capturing an intimate domestic moment.
Subject & Meaning
The work portrays a tender interaction, reflecting Cassatt's consistent exploration of familial affection, particularly between mothers and children, a hallmark of her oeuvre.
Technique & Style
Executed in graphite on wove paper, the drawing showcases Cassatt's ability to convey depth and intimacy through a simple, effective medium, characteristic of her Impressionist-affiliated style.
History & Provenance
Created around 1902, the drawing is part of Cassatt's body of work from her time in France, where she was a prominent female figure within the Impressionist circle, closely associated with Edgar Degas.
Context
For deeper insight into Cassatt's style and career, see resources at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, or explore her broader body of work.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.
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