Mary Cassatt - Lydia crocheting in the garden at Marly (1880)

 Cassatt and her family spent the summer of 1880 at Marly-le-Roi, about ten miles west of Paris. Ignoring the historical landmarks of the village in his art, Cassatt focused instead on the domestic environment. Here she portrays her older sister, Lydia, fashionably dressed and insulated by a walled garden from any modern noise. Lydia was passionate about a classic craft that was increasingly appreciated by the well-to-do as factory production by working-class women grew. Although Cassatt is generally not very interested in plein air painting, she captures the effect of bright sunlight beautifully in this work, especially Lydia's large white hat. (Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York - Oil on canvas, 65.6 x 92.6 cm)

About the artwork:

The artwork Mary Cassatt - Lydia crocheting in the garden at Marly (1880) by renowned artist is one of the finest examples of the classical painting tradition, remarkable for its sophistication in every element and rich emotion.

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