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James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The sketch features a person sitting in a slightly hunched position. The outline shows the full body, and the individual seems focused on something in their hands. The face is not detailed, and the hair is styled or pulled back. The person wears a long-sleeved gown or dress that reaches the floor with fabric folds indicated by lines. No jewelry or accessories are visible. The background is plain, emphasizing the individual through shading techniques in the monochromatic drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
1879/1887
Medium
lithograph in black with chine collé on wove paper
Dimensions
3421 × 4503 px
Public Domain
Yes
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