The Attic Window 1920

"The Attic Window" is a 1920 woodcut by American artist Mildred McMillen (1884-1940), depicting a woman standing in an attic studio. The stark black and white imagery characteristic of the woodcut style emphasizes the geometric lines of the room and the woman's form. The composition is balanced with the woman's figure on the left, the window in the background and the easel and other studio paraphernalia on the right. This artwork, a rare example of McMillen's work, showcases her talent for depicting everyday scenes with a sense of quiet contemplation.