Portrait of Mrs. H. O. Hevemeyer by Mary Cassatt

Portrait of Mrs. H. O. Hevemeyer 1896

marycassatt

Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT, US

portrait

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

portrait reference

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial portrait

lady

portrait art

female-portraits

digital portrait

This pastel portrait, painted by Mary Cassatt in 1896, depicts Mrs. H.O. Havemeyer, a prominent figure in the American art world. Cassatt, known for her captivating depictions of women and children, captures Mrs. Havemeyer in a moment of quiet contemplation, her gaze directed towards the viewer. The soft, pastel hues and delicate brushstrokes create a sense of intimacy and elegance, characteristic of Cassatt's style. This artwork is now housed at the Shelburne Museum in Vermont.