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The Laundress: "La Blanchisseuse de la Place Dauphine"

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a shopfront. The artwork features a simple yet detailed illustration of shop's exterior. The drawing highlights glass windows with shapes inside along with slightly blurred figures. Curtains are partially open, revealing glimpses of the interior. Above the windows is an inscription that possibly displays the establishment's name or purpose. The sketched lines are delicate yet purposeful, emphasizing architectural features over intricate details.

Artwork Details

Date
1894
Medium
lithograph in black on laid paper
Dimensions
3499 × 4925 px
Public Domain
Yes
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