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Artist of the Tender Moment
Mary Cassatt always wanted to be an artist. But to reach her goal, she had to overcome many barriers. At the time Mary lived, people frowned on girls from wealthy families having a career. Her parents did not want her living the "odd" life they thought artists lived. Few art schools even accepted girls and women as students. And the "art world" held one idea of what painting should be but Mary had a different idea.
Mary did not give in to these prejudices. After much travel, study, and hard work, she won over her parents and the critics. Today Mary Cassatt's "impressionist" paintings hang in the best museums and collections throughout the world. She helped change attitudes that for so long kept women from their dreams. She even played a part in winning the right for women to vote.
The Mary Cassatt doll is shown here in a dress and bonnet similar to what she wore in one of her self portraits. She comes with a little basket she might have carried food or art supplies in and a paint set and artist pad for you to use.
In the accompanying book Mary Cassatt: The Life and Art of a Genteel Rebel, you will follow the steps of this courageous woman. You will learn how she overcame centuries of prejudice to become one of the most renowned artists of all time. Reading about Mary, you will be inspired to believe in yourself and to reach for the stars.
It is for an 8 year old and up reader with 104 pages with many color photos of her paintings.
NEW Activity Pack with 6 fun and educational activities!
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