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The Boy

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching of a woman seated in profile. She is facing slightly towards the viewer, with her head turned forward. The woman's facial features are delicately etched, showing a serene expression, with long hair flowing down her shoulders. She is draped in a cloak or shawl, with the fabric suggested through a series of fine and bold lines. The background is minimalistic, with some suggestive lines and a small decorative element on the left side resembling a flower or plant.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1873/1875
Medium
drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
3242 × 4935 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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