Becquet

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The portrait depicts the upper half of a man's body. He is seated, facing the viewer with a direct gaze. The man has a pronounced mustache and goatee, along with thick, curly hair. He wears a long-sleeved garment and a wide-brimmed hat. His left arm is bent, holding what appears to be the neck of a stringed musical instrument, likely a cello. The background consists of crosshatched lines, adding depth and texture to the image. The drawing style is sketchy, with finer strokes used for the man's facial features and hair, while the clothing and background are more abstract.