Artwork
Offering the Panal to the Bullfighter
Offering the Panal to the Bullfighter is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Mary Cassatt. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.
About this work
Overview
Offering the Panal to the Bullfighter is a 1873 oil painting by Mary Cassatt, an American artist associated with the Impressionist movement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a man and woman together, the woman holding a glass and dressed in a white floral blouse and dark skirt, while the man wears a red cape and black hat, suggesting a scene related to bullfighting.
Technique & Style
Rendered in oil paint, the work is characterized by a dark background that focuses attention on the two figures, reflecting Cassatt's engagement with Impressionist techniques that emphasize light and modern life.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Clark Art Institute's collection, exemplifying Cassatt's early work before she became known for depicting the social and private lives of women.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mary Stevenson Cassatt (; May 22, 1844 – June 14, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker.
