Celeste in a Brown Hat 1891

Mary Cassatt's "Celeste in a Brown Hat" from 1891, captures the quiet elegance of a young woman in a garden setting. Cassatt is renowned for her depictions of women and children, particularly mothers and their children. The sitter, Celeste, is dressed in a light pink dress with a brown jacket, and is thoughtfully resting her chin on her hand, looking off to the side. The use of soft brushstrokes and muted tones lend a sense of intimacy to the portrait. This oil painting is a fine example of Cassatt's Impressionist style, which emphasizes the fleeting moments of everyday life.