The image shows an upper-body profile view of a person seated, captured from the side. They are in a slightly leaned forward position, with their face turned towards the left. The person has curly hair and is wearing a loose garment with ample folds and drapery. They are holding a small black object against their chest with both hands. The background is plain. The signature "Whistler" and the year "1859" are inscribed on the lower right of the image.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1859
- Medium
- etching and drypoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3354 × 4925 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original