Bill Lying on his Mother’s Lap (c. 1889)

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"Bill Lying on his Mother’s Lap" is a tender and intimate sketch created by Mary Cassatt around 1889. This artwork exemplifies Cassatt's remarkable ability to capture the subtleties of human connection and emotion, particularly in the relationship between a mother and child.In the sketch, we see a mother gazing down affectionately at her infant son, Bill, who lies relaxed across her lap. These figures are drawn with soft, delicate lines that convey both the sweetness and quietude of the moment. Cassatt’s technique highlights the natural, relaxed state of the child and the loving, attentive demeanor of the mother.Mary Cassatt, an American painter and printmaker, was prominent in the Impressionist movement and known for her insightful portrayals of women and children in everyday settings. This sketch not only reflects her focus on these themes but also showcases her skill with the drypoint technique, allowing her to create a sense of depth and texture that enhances the emotional impact of the scene."Bill Lying on his Mother’s Lap" captures a universal moment—the peaceful bond between a mother and her child.

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Mary Stevenson Cassatt was an American painter and printmaker. She was born in Allegheny City, Pennsylvania (now part of Pittsburgh’s North Side), but lived much of her adult life in France where she befriended Edgar Degas and exhibited with the Impressionists. Cassatt often created images of the social and private lives of women, with particular emphasis on the intimate bonds between mothers and children.

She was described by Gustave Geffroy as one of "les trois grandes dames" (the three great ladies) of Impressionism alongside Marie Bracquemond and Berthe Morisot.In 1879, Diego Martelli compared her to Degas, as they both sought to depict movement, light, and design in the most modern sense.