Mademoiselle Luguet siddende på en sofa 1883

Mary Cassatt, an American artist working in late 19th century France, created this print of Mademoiselle Luguet. Cassatt defied societal expectations by pursuing art as a profession. She was one of the few women accepted into the male-dominated Impressionist circle. Cassatt often depicted women in intimate, domestic settings. Her work challenged the traditional male gaze that often objectified women, instead presenting them as active and engaged individuals. Here, we see a young girl, not sexualized, but as a person in her own right. This work goes beyond the surface, delving into the emotional and psychological space of young women. Cassatt gives us a glimpse into the interior lives of women, reflecting on their experiences and realities. It invites us to consider the complexities of gender and representation in art.