Authentic Mary Cassatt Poster – Mother About to Wash Her Sleepy Child 1880
This Mary Cassatt poster depicts a tender moment between mother and child with soft Impressionist brushstrokes. Each Impressionist wall art print is produced on 200 GSM museum-grade matte paper for a flat, glare-free finish.
What You Will Receive
- Made to order, museum-grade art print. Frame not included unless stated.
- Printed on 200 GSM premium matte paper for crisp detail and zero glare.
- Archival giclée inks that resist fading for decades.
- Multiple size options. Use the selector above.
- Protective packaging: rigid mailer or sturdy tube.
Print Quality
Every print is produced using state-of-the-art giclée technology on heavyweight 200 GSM matte paper. The non-reflective surface eliminates glare while the archival pigment inks deliver rich, accurate colours designed to last a lifetime.
Size Guide
For walls above furniture, choose a print roughly two thirds to three quarters the width of the piece below it. Smaller sizes up to 11×14 inches suit gallery walls. Larger formats of 18×24 inches and above create striking focal points.
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Shipping
Every order is printed on demand. Processing takes 3 to 5 business days, then ships free worldwide with tracking.
| Region | Processing | Delivery | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 3–5 days | 2–6 days | 5–11 days |
| Canada | 3–5 days | 5–10 days | 8–15 days |
| UK & Europe | 3–5 days | 5–10 days | 8–15 days |
| Australia & NZ | 3–5 days | 8–15 days | 11–20 days |
| Asia | 3–5 days | 7–15 days | 10–20 days |
| Rest of world | 3–5 days | 10–20 days | 13–25 days |
📦 Packaging
Prints up to 12×18 inches ship flat in rigid cardboard mailers with backing board. Larger prints are rolled in sturdy tubes with protective end caps. Every package includes moisture barriers and Handle With Care labels.
Returns and Replacements
- 30-day return window from delivery. No questions asked.
- Report damage within 48 hours with photos for a free replacement.
- Full refunds for eligible returns in original condition.
- Cancel before production starts for a complete refund.
- Return shipping covered for defective or incorrect items.
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How to Care for Your Print
Follow these steps to keep your print looking gallery fresh for decades.
Handling
Allow rolled prints to relax flat for 30 to 60 minutes. Handle by the edges with clean, dry hands and avoid touching the printed surface.
Placement
Avoid direct sunlight, heat sources and high humidity areas. North-facing walls receive less UV. Use LED or incandescent lighting instead of fluorescent.
Framing
Use acid-free mats and UV protective glass or acrylic for maximum longevity. Leave a small gap between print and glazing for airflow.
Cleaning
Dust framed glass with a soft cloth. Spray the cloth, not the glass. For unframed prints, use a dry microfibre cloth and never apply liquids to the surface.
Climate
Keep temperature at 18–24 °C and humidity at 40–60%. Avoid attics, basements and garages where conditions swing widely.
Storage
Store flat in acid-free folders, interleaved with tissue paper, in a cool dark place. Never fold. Check stored prints annually.
⚠️ Avoid
- Prolonged direct sunlight or fluorescent lighting.
- Bathrooms, kitchens and areas above heat sources.
- Tape, adhesives or liquids applied directly to the print.
- Rolling with the image facing inward as this can crack the ink layer.
- Extreme or rapid temperature and humidity changes.
📊 Expected Lifespan
- 100+ years when framed with UV protective glazing and indirect light.
- 50–75 years when framed with standard glass and indirect light.
- 25–50 years when stored correctly in darkness.
This Mary Cassatt poster reproduces the 1880 oil painting titled Mother About to Wash Her Sleepy Child, capturing one of the most intimate subjects in the history of American Impressionism. The scene features a mother seated in a blue armchair, her figure draped in a loose white garment as she cradles her child. The composition is tight and personal, focusing on the tactile relationship between the parent and the infant. The child, dressed in a matching white nightgown, leans back with a heavy, sleepy expression that defines the domestic atmosphere of the piece. Every Mary Cassatt poster we produce uses 200 GSM museum-grade matte finish paper to ensure the subtle shifts in color and texture are preserved without reflection or glare.
Historical Context of the Mary Cassatt poster
As a leading figure in the Impressionist movement, Cassatt was renowned for her ability to document the private lives of women, particularly the bond between mother and child. This Mary Cassatt poster showcases her departure from formal portraiture toward a more naturalistic and spontaneous style. The year 1880 marked a period where Cassatt was heavily influenced by Japanese woodblock prints, which is evident in the flattened perspective and the strong diagonal lines formed by the child’s limbs and the mother’s arms. The use of high-resolution digital scans allows this museum grade fine art print to maintain the integrity of the original oil-on-canvas texture, from the loose strokes of the background wallpaper to the solid forms of the figures.
Visual Composition and Color Palette
The visual mood of this Mary Cassatt poster is defined by a cool, soothing palette of cerulean blues, crisp whites, and soft flesh tones. The mother’s hand reaches down toward a patterned wash basin, a detail that grounds the ethereal painting in a physical, everyday chore. The contrast between the heavy blue fabric of the chair and the luminous whites of the clothing creates a central focal point that draws the eye directly to the child’s face. Unlike traditional 19th-century art, this vintage maternal oil painting avoids sentimentality in favor of honest, physical observation. The light appears to filter from the side, illuminating the child’s rounded features and the ruffled collar of the mother’s dress with a soft, diffused glow.
Technical Specifications and Display
Adding a Mary Cassatt poster to your living space provides a glimpse into late 19th-century domestic life and the evolution of modern art. We utilize fade-resistant archival, professional large-format inks to ensure that the delicate blues and skin tones do not degrade over time when exposed to ambient light. Your Mary Cassatt poster arrives unframed, allowing you to select a mounting option that fits your specific interior design needs. For those seeking immediate access, we offer a 300 DPI digital download version. The physical print is sized to fit standard frames, making it an accessible way to bring gallery-quality Impressionist wall art into a nursery, bedroom, or study.
- Paper: 200 GSM museum-grade matte finish.
- Inks: Fade-resistant archival, professional large-format.
- Framing: Ships unframed, standard frame-ready.
- Digital download: 300 DPI PDF/JPG at $3.90.
Invest in a Mary Cassatt poster to appreciate the subtle color palette of blue and white that has made this image a staple of American art history. The brushwork is particularly evident in the lower sections of the print, where the artist used rapid, confident movements to suggest the weight of the fabric. This focus on texture and light is what distinguishes Cassatt from her contemporaries, cementing her role as a master of the domestic interior. Order your print now to secure a high-fidelity reproduction of this iconic 1880 work.
This is fan-inspired artwork and an original artistic interpretation. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially licensed by any studio, production company, label, artist, photographer, or rights holder.
Price range: $3.90 through $59.90
Price range: $3.90 through $59.90
Price range: $3.90 through $59.90
Price range: $3.90 through $59.90
