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Portrait Study: Miss Charlotte R. Williams

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The sketch shows a person standing upright, facing forward with their hands positioned near the front of their body. The facial features are depicted with a neutral expression, and the individual's hair is styled up, potentially with an ornament. The person is dressed in an outfit with billowy sleeves and a lengthy skirt, possibly made of intricately detailed or patterned fabric. The background is plain, highlighting the figure drawn in light graphite or charcoal. There are no visible accessories or objects held by the person. Faint markings or initials are present near the bottom of the drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
1892
Medium
lithograph in black on laid paper
Dimensions
2986 × 5259 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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