Weary 1863

"Weary" is an etching by James Abbott McNeill Whistler from 1863. The artwork depicts a woman in a loose-fitting gown, reclining in a chair. Whistler's signature style of delicate lines and tonal variations is evident in the composition, creating a sense of hazy atmosphere. The subject's melancholic expression and the overall soft, dreamy quality of the image evoke a feeling of weariness and introspection. This etching is a classic example of Whistler's artistic philosophy, known as "art for art's sake," which emphasizes beauty and form over narrative content.