The Lamp 1891

"The Lamp" is a color lithograph by American Impressionist Mary Cassatt, created in 1891. This artwork, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a woman reclining in a chair, her profile turned towards the viewer. Her hand rests near a fan, suggesting a warm setting, while a lamp with a fringed lampshade casts a soft glow on the scene. Cassatt's art often focused on intimate moments in women's lives, showcasing their domesticity and refined sensibilities.