1858
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Fumette is a 1858 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a woman with long, dark hair, wearing a dress and shawl. She is seated, with her hands folded in her lap. The background is a light brown color, with some darker lines and shading visible. The woman's face is turned slightly to the side, and her expression is neutral. Her hair is loose and falls down her back. The dress and shawl are rendered in loose, expressive lines, giving the impression of softness and texture. The overall effect of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. The woman's pose and expression suggest a sense of introspection, and the soft colors and loose lines add to the sense of calm. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the world of etching.
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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