Portrait of Madame Alfred Lavergne, born Magdalena Mellon 1905

Mary Cassatt's "Portrait of Madame Alfred Lavergne, born Magdalena Mellon" is a pastel on paper portrait from 1905. The sitter, Madame Lavergne, is depicted in a three-quarter view, with her head slightly tilted to the side. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner. Cassatt is known for her depiction of women and children, often capturing intimate moments and familial bonds. This portrait showcases her sensitive and expressive style, using soft pastel strokes to render the subject's features and clothing with delicate precision.