Study
1895
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1895
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a barefoot man holding a draped cloth over his shoulder. His posture is loose, one arm bent behind his back, and the lines are quick and rough. The background has a chair and a small table, barely more than scribbles. Whistler often drew figures in simple, everyday moments—this one feels like a quick study rather than a finished work. The sketchy style makes it feel more like a practice than a polished piece. If you like this loose, sketchy style, check out Realism next.
