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James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an incomplete and abstract sketch of a person. The figure's body, mainly the upper section, is depicted in a seated position with the head slightly turned to the side. The facial features are not distinctly defined due to the sketch's impressionistic style. The hair is portrayed in a short or pulled back style, with some shading indicating color or shadow. The clothing appears loose, with sketchy lines showing folds and drapes. The person is set against a plain background with no additional details, emphasizing the minimalist portrayal of the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
1879/1887
Medium
lithograph in black with chine collé on wove paper
Dimensions
3544 × 5158 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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