Mary Cassatt at home

by Barbara Stern Shapiro

16 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 1978

Reviews

[Zoe · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am always on the lookout for books of paintings or photographs that are physically designed so that they are not too heavy or difficult to hold. As well, the images must be large enough for people with low vision to see, and clear enough to convey a good- quality image. These criteria, of course, pertain to my work with elderly people, but I think they apply to children as well. There is something about being able to immerse oneself in the image, right up close, that allows for a sensory experience and a creative catalyst. This book of Mary cassatt's paintings is rich in images, and has a nice aesthetic, including the outer and inner book covers. The text is mostly matter-of-fact biography, in small print. I would like to read a different take on Cassatt, perhaps from a feminist, political, or even poetic perspective. It would be fun to write some ekphrastic poems about her work, which I've always liked.

[Skyler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Was just thumbing through this and then ended up reading the entire thing. Found Cassatt's relationship with Degas and her Japanese period fascinating.