Little Velvet Dress 1873

James Abbott McNeill Whistler's "Little Velvet Dress" is an etching from 1873 that portrays a woman in a long, dark dress, her face partially obscured. The subject's silhouette and the use of strong lines emphasize the figure's form, while the background is left relatively empty, creating a sense of mystery and isolation. Whistler, a prominent figure in the Aesthetic Movement, was known for his emphasis on form, line, and composition, as seen in this iconic etching.