Kind c. 1883

"Kind" is a drypoint etching created by American artist Mary Cassatt in 1883. The artwork is a depiction of a young girl in a fur-trimmed coat and hat, seen from behind as she stands in a simple, seemingly outdoor, setting. Cassatt was known for her depictions of women and children, and "Kind" is a fine example of this. The image features a delicate use of line and shading, characteristic of her drypoint technique, and exemplifies her interest in the quiet moments of everyday life. The work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, highlights Cassatt's mastery of capturing fleeting moments and her contributions to the Impressionist movement.