Annie, Seated
1858
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1858
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Annie, Seated is a 1858 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a young girl sitting with her hands in her lap. She has long, wavy hair and a calm face. The background is simple, which makes her the focus. The girl's face doesn't have many details, but she looks relaxed. The artist used simple lines to draw her, which makes the picture feel quiet. This makes the viewer notice the girl's calm mood. To learn more about the method used to create this picture, look into the technique of etching.
