Mary Cassatt
An American Woman at the Heart of Impressionism 1844-1926By Victoria Charles
Length2h 32m
About this audiobook
The biography, entitled Mary Cassatt – A Woman's Art, provides an insightful account of the life and career of Mary Cassatt . She was one of a select few women who managed to establish a presence in the male-dominated art world of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Cassatt, originally from the United States, spent most of her life in France, where she became a prominent member of the Impressionist movement alongside Degas and Monet. This book, which features approximately 100 reproductions of her works, demonstrates how Mary Cassatt , with her distinctive female perspective, transcended the prevailing artistic norms of the era. Her intimate portrayals of motherhood and domestic scenes exemplify her resilience and perceptivity. Her œuvre serves as a compelling testament to the advancement of women in the art world.
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Length2 hrs 32 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 1, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction Mary Cassatt: An American Eye in Paris
2Her Life before Paris and her Family Background Roots of Independence: Childhood, Family and Early Aspirations
3Early Years in Paris Apprenticeship in the Capital of Art
4Back in Europe Journeys of Formation: Italy, Spain and Beyond
5Degas and Mary Cassatt’s lifelong Friendship A Dialogue of Equals
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6The Mystery of Artistic Intimacy The Private Language of Art
7Aging and vulnerability Late Works and Inner Convictions
8Spiritual Values and Cultural Context Strength in Fragility
9Cassatt as Cultural Connector The Silent Strength of an Impressionist
10Henri Matisse. A quest for light, colour and freedom
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