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“There's only one thing in life for a woman; it's to be a mother... A woman artist must be... capable of making primary sacrifices.”

Quote by Mary Cassatt

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Mary Cassatt was an American painter known for her paintings that depicted the relationship between mothers and children. Born on May 22, 1844, and died on June 14, 1926, Cassatt spent most of her artistic career in France, where she was closely associated with the Impressionist movement, although her style was distinct and emphasized detail and emotional expression. more

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Book:The Paintings of Mary Cassatt: A Benefit Exhibition for the Development of the National Collection of Fine Arts, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C., February 1 Through 26, 1966

Source: The Paintings of Mary Cassatt: A Benefit Exhibition for the Development of the National Collection of Fine Arts, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C., February 1 Through 26, 1966

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