The Boating Party
Technique: Giclée quality print
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This painting titled "The Boating Party" by Mary Cassatt depicts a serene scene featuring three individuals in a rowboat. In the foreground, a man is seated rowing the boat, his back facing the viewer, clad in a dark blue sailor’s outfit. Facing towards the viewer, a woman dressed in a light striped dress with a white hat adorned with a yellow decoration gently holds a baby. The infant, clad in a pink outfit, looks up at the woman, providing an intimate moment of bonding.The setting seems to be on a body of water, possibly a lake, with a hint of landscapes and buildings visible in the background on the opposite shore. The water is rendered in dynamic brushstrokes of blue, suggesting movement and the reflection of light. The boat, brightly colored in yellow and green, adds a cheerful contrast to the deep blues of the sailor’s uniform and the water.Overall, this painting reflects Cassatt's interest in capturing the private and tender moments of family life, while also showcasing her skill in the use of color and composition to evoke a peaceful yet vibrant atmosphere. The artwork is imbued with a sense of calm and relaxation, inviting the viewer to contemplate the simple pleasures of a family outing.
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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.