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Firelight: Joseph Pennell, No. 2

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The drawing depicts a seated person in a relaxed posture on a chair. The individual's left leg is crossed over the right knee. They are facing forwards, with their head slightly turned to the right. A hand is placed on their chin. The facial features are subtly sketched, showing a contemplative expression, framed by short hair. They are wearing a fitted suit or jacket. The chair has a curved back and is made of a wicker-like material. The setting has a sketchy background, shaded heavily around the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
1896
Medium
lithograph in black on laid paper
Dimensions
3521 × 4680 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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