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The Strong Arm

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a sketch of two people with partial body visibility. One person is seated and facing slightly away from the viewer, while the other is seated at an angle relative to the viewer. Facial features are minimally detailed with simple lines indicating eyes, nose, and mouth, and both have short hair. The individuals are drawn with loose, sketchy lines suggesting clothing. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background includes shading and sketch lines, creating an abstract setting without clear contextual elements.

Artwork Details

Date
1895
Medium
lithograph in black on laid paper
Dimensions
3487 × 4479 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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