Mary Ellison Embroidering

Artist: Mary Cassatt
Artwork: Mary Ellison Embroidering
Description: This is a portrait of Mary Ellison, the daughter of a wealthy Philadelphia family. She is shown seated in a red chair, wearing a blue dress and a white fichu. Her hair is dark and pulled back into a bun. She is holding a piece of embroidery in her hands. The painting is a fine example of Cassatt’s skill as a portraitist. She has captured Mary Ellison’s likeness perfectly, and she has also conveyed her personality. The painting is a beautiful and intimate portrait of a young woman.
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