Portrait of Alexander J. Cassatt by Mary Cassatt. A seated pastel portrait of a man with a mustache, wearing a formal black suit and leaning over a dark red desk with papers.

Portrait of Alexander J. Cassatt

Mary Cassatt

1888 · Pastel

A dignified 19th-century pastel portrait of a gentleman by the renowned artist Mary Cassatt.

$240

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Living Room · Study
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Dusty pink, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Created in 1888, this masterfully rendered pastel portrait by Mary Cassatt depicts Alexander J. Cassatt in a moment of quiet contemplation. The work showcases the artist's sophisticated command of the medium, utilizing rich, velvety dark tones and warm highlights to create a presence that is both stately and intimate.