Lilacs in a window

Date: 1880–83
Medium: oil on canvas
Dimensions: 61.5 x 51.1

"Vase de Lilas à la Fenêtre" (Vase of Lilies at the Window) is an oil painting by painter Mary Cassatt created in 1880. This painting depicts a beautiful floral still life .

The painting "Vase de Lilas à la Fenêtre" shows a vase with a lily standing on a window sill. The light falls on the flowers and creates subtle plays of light and shadow. The painting stands out for its emphasis on details and capturing the beauty of flowers and light.

Mary Cassatt was a prominent member of the Impressionist movement and was known for her portraits and scenes of everyday life, especially portraits of women and children. This painting is a great example of her ability to capture light and mood in art. The Impressionists focused on the effects of light and atmosphere, and this can be seen in this piece as well.

"Vase de Lilas à la Fenêtre" is one of Mary Cassatt's many beautiful works that are appreciated for their delicacy and sensitivity in capturing everyday moments and the beauty of flowers. This painting remains a symbol of her artistic talent and ability to capture beauty in the everyday environment.

Cassatt painted picture Lilacs in a window in 1880–83. Prevailing color of this fine art print is vivid and its shape is portrait. Original size is 61.5 x 51.1. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

Mary Stevenson Cassatt (1844-1926). American painter who lived an important part of her life in France, where she became friends with Edgar Degas and other impressionists. She painted scenes of the social and private lives of women and emphasized the intimate and maternal bond between mothers and children. A close bond with Degas affected her creations (e.g. use of pastels). Already during her lifetime, she was a respected painter whose paintings were sold at salons. Along with Marie Bracquemond and Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt is considered one of the great ladies of impressionism.