Jennifer A. Thompson

A new study of Mary Cassatt that explores the centrality of work to both her inventive technical practice and her distinctive approach to modern subjects. Mary Cassatt's (1844–1926) sensitive depictions of the social, intellectual, and professional lives of modern women often emphasise the work involved in the undervalued sphere of feminised activity. From her renowned portrayals of women and children...

A fresh look at Vincent van Gogh's iconic Sunflowers paintings, their context, and what they reveal about the artist and his creative process. Vincent van Gogh's (1853–1890) Sunflowers paintings are among the world's most recognizable works of art. Central to his artistic ambition, these extraordinary still lifes provide insight into Van Gogh's methods of production, artistic values, and exhibition strategies....