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La Vieille aux Loques

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an elderly woman seated, with a bonnet covering her head as she sews or knits. She wears a long dress and a shawl, surrounded by household items and fabrics. The room is filled with shadows, shelves, and various domestic objects.

Artwork Details

Date
1858
Medium
etching and drypoint on chine collé
Dimensions
3421 × 4812 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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