Artwork
Little Evelyn
Little Evelyn is an ink print by the Impressionist artist James McNeill Whistler. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Little Evelyn is a lithograph created by James McNeill Whistler in 1896, exemplifying his work in printmaking during his later career.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a young girl in a contemplative pose, dressed in a long, flowing gown with a high collar, holding an object that appears to be a fan or book. The scene is characterized by quiet introspection.
Technique & Style
Whistler employed a simple, expressive technique using black lines on laid paper, resulting in a sketchy, spontaneous feel. The lithograph's loose, varied lines, with some edges fuzzy and others sharp, convey a sense of immediacy.
Context
This work reflects Whistler's emphasis on refined composition and adherence to the principle of 'art for art's sake,' prioritizing aesthetic qualities over narrative content.
Artist & collection
Artist
James Abbott McNeill Whistler was an American painter in oils and watercolor, and printmaker, active during the American Gilded Age and based primarily in the United Kingdom.
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