The Young Bride 1875

Mary Cassatt's "The Young Bride" (1875) depicts a woman in a red dress, seated and knitting. The painting's soft lighting and muted colors create an intimate atmosphere, focusing attention on the subject's delicate features and the intricate details of her dress and knitting. This work, characteristic of Cassatt's early style, showcases her skill in capturing the quiet moments of everyday life with a keen sense of realism and sensitivity. The painting is considered a fine example of American Impressionism, a movement that emphasized capturing fleeting moments and natural light.