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En Plein Soleil

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman seated outdoors, holding an open umbrella. She has a casual posture, with one hand on her knee. Her face has a serene expression, and she has dark hair, possibly short or tied up. She wears a long striped garment. Nearby, there is a small object on the grass. The background includes sketch-like grass and distant buildings or rooftops.

Artwork Details

Date
1858
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4312 × 3265 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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