Weeping Queen n.d.

"Weeping Queen" is a monochromatic drawing by John Watson Gordon, a prominent Scottish portrait painter. The artwork showcases a woman in profile, adorned with a crown and jewelry, her face etched with sorrow. This piece exemplifies Gordon's mastery in capturing emotional depth through subtle details and the use of light and shadow. The drawing is a poignant study of human emotion and the weight of royalty, likely depicting a queen grappling with grief or loss. The artwork is currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago.