Artwork preview

Florence Leyland

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching of a girl in a full-length view. She is standing, facing slightly to her right, with one foot stepping forward. Her facial features are delicate and youthful, with softly outlined eyes and a serene expression. Her hair is long and wavy, falling past her shoulders with short bangs across her forehead. She is dressed in a simple, flowing ankle-length dress and is barefoot. The etching showcases fine details in the fabric of the dress and hair. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background consists of sketch-like vertical lines, and the etching is signed by the artist near the right side of the dress.

Artwork Details

Date
1874
Medium
drypoint in black on laid paper
Dimensions
2698 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original