A New Doll(also known as Little Girl) by Pierre-Auguste Cot

A New Doll(also known as Little Girl) 1881

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"A New Doll," also known as "Little Girl," is an 1881 painting by Pierre-Auguste Cot, a French artist known for his realistic portraits and sentimental subjects. This painting depicts a young girl with fair hair and a red bow holding a doll close to her chest, their faces nearly touching. Cot's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of intimacy and tenderness. The painting captures the innocence and love of childhood, reflecting the popular themes of the 19th-century Salon.