Weary

Prints and Drawings

1863

James McNeill Whistler
American, 1834-1903

The beautiful Irishwoman Joanna Hiffernan was Whistler’s muse and companion for more than six years in the 1860s. She modeled for several of his most famous figure paintings. Hiffernan also sat for French artist Gustave Courbet, who portrayed her in poses that were much more sensual than her work for Whistler.

Status: Currently Off View
Department: Prints and Drawings

Artist: James McNeill Whistler
Title: Weary
Origin: United States
Date: Made 1863
Medium: Drypoint in black on cream Japanese paper
Dimensions: 198 × 132 mm (plate); 267 × 184 mm (sheet)
Credit Line: Gift of Hilda Young
Reference Number: 1986.481
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