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The Velvet Dress

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of a woman standing in a profile view. She is facing towards the left side of the image with delicate facial features and neatly styled hair. The woman is wearing a long garment with fine detailing around the collar and shoulders. There are no visible accessories or objects in her hands. The background consists of vertical lines that suggest draped fabric or curtains. The sketch emphasizes the woman's form and posture with its minimalistic style.

Artwork Details

Date
1873
Medium
drypoint on Asian laid paper
Dimensions
3298 × 4813 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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