Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Whistler. It dates from 1859 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This 1859 drawing by Whistler is a serene and contemplative work, featuring a seated young woman.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted with her body angled to the right, her face blurred, and her hands clasped together in her lap, conveying a quiet, introspective mood.
Technique & Style
Rendered in soft, gentle lines, the drawing captures the subject's calm demeanor, with subtle shading suggesting a background surface.
Artist & collection
Artist
Whistler was the 19th-century painter who insisted on signing his paintings with a butterfly, as if art were a kind of delicate winged joke.
