Fumette, Standing
1859
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1859
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Fumette, Standing is a 1859 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a woman standing sideways, her long dress flowing down to the floor. Her hair is loose, falling over her shoulders, and she wears a simple blouse with a high collar. The lines are loose and quick, like the artist was drawing fast—no small details, just big shapes and movement. The paper looks old, with a slightly yellowed edge, and the ink is dark but uneven, as if the artist pressed harder in some spots. This was made using a drypoint needle, which leaves a scratchy texture in the lines. Next, check out drypoint to see how artists create prints this way.
