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The Picture Book (No. 1)
The Picture Book (No. 1) is an ink print by Mary Cassatt. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. The Picture Book (No.
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Overview
The Picture Book (No. 1) is a drypoint print on laid paper created by Mary Cassatt around 1901. It depicts two women seated together in a tender moment.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows two women with their heads together, conveying a sense of intimacy and closeness. The scene is characteristic of Cassatt's work, which often explored domestic relationships between women and children.
Technique & Style
Cassatt used a drypoint tool to create the image, scratching directly into a metal plate to produce a soft, grainy texture. The loose, quick lines and lack of hard edges give the print a spontaneous, sketch-like quality.
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Artist
Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.
