Mother and Sara Admiring the Baby 1901

"Mother and Sara Admiring the Baby" is a 1901 painting by American Impressionist Mary Cassatt. The painting showcases Cassatt's signature style, which often depicted intimate scenes of mothers and children. The composition features three figures – a mother cradling a baby, while a young girl, likely Sara, leans in to admire the infant. The painting's warm colors and soft brushstrokes create a tender and loving atmosphere, characteristic of Cassatt's work. This painting is an example of Cassatt’s enduring fascination with familial bonds and the beauty of everyday life.