Figure Study in Colors

James McNeill Whistler, 1890

The image features a full-body sketch of a seated person. The person is depicted with hands resting on their lap, facing forward. Their facial features are simplistic, with minimal lines indicating eyes and a nose, and they wear a cap or head covering. The hair is mostly covered, with subtle details underneath. The individual is dressed in a flowing garment, drawn with fluid lines. The background consists of sketchy strokes in soft tones, creating a textured backdrop without specific details.
Artist
James McNeill Whistler
Date
1890
Type
Print
Medium
color lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
20.4 × 15 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image features a full-body sketch of a seated person. The person is depicted with hands resting on their lap, facing forward. Their facial features are simplistic, with minimal lines indicating eyes and a nose, and they wear a cap or head covering. The hair is mostly covered, with subtle details underneath. The individual is dressed in a flowing garment, drawn with fluid lines. The background consists of sketchy strokes in soft tones, creating a textured backdrop without specific details.

James McNeill Whistler