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Rag Pickers, Quartier Mouffetard, Paris

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

Two individuals are shown in an interior setting. The person on the left is seated, with long flowing hair and delicate features. They are surrounded by objects on a table. The individual on the right is standing, wearing a broad-brimmed hat and loose garment. The background includes textured walls and hanging cloths or tapestries, creating a cozy atmosphere. The space appears narrow and filled with textures and lines.

Artwork Details

Date
1858
Medium
etching and drypoint in black on laid paper
Dimensions
2391 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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