The Child's Bath

"The Child's Bath" by Mary Cassatt is a tender painting that captures a quiet, intimate moment between a mother and her child during bath time. The mother gently supports her child, who is reclining in a basin, as she carefully washes him. The scene emphasizes themes of care, nurturing, and maternal love. Through soft lighting and simple, natural colors, Cassatt highlights the tenderness of everyday routines and the deep bond between mother and child, making it a warm portrayal of motherhood’s intimacy and compassion.