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Maud, Standing

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-length sketch of a person in profile facing to the right. The individual stands upright with a slight lean forward. The facial features are delicately drawn, with a softly defined face and mostly obscured eye. The person's hair is styled up, possibly in a bun or with decorative elements. They wear a long, textured garment that likely is a dress with layered or patterned detailing, and a dark collar. The background consists of abstract, vertical strokes.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1873
Medium
etching and drypoint with white chalk additions on laid paper
Dimensions
3263 × 4890 px
Public Domain
Yes
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