Arrangement in Grey and Black No. 1 (Whistler's Mother)
Reproduction print on unstretched canvas (after an original oil on canvas painting) • James Abbott McNeill Whistler (Original Artist)
Style & Movement
Tonalism / Aestheticism
Medium & Technique
Digital reproduction/print after an oil on canvas original; the original utilized thin glazes and a muted tonalist technique
Creation Period
Original painted in 1871; this item is a modern reproduction (late 20th to 21st century)
Dimensions & Format
Landscape orientation; estimated size approximately 12 x 18 inches based on the photograph context
Subject Description
A profile portrait of Anna McNeill Whistler sitting in a chair against a gray wall. The composition is highly geometric, featuring a framed print on the wall and a dark patterned curtain at the left. It emphasizes formal arrangement over narrative.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent (as a modern reproduction); likely brand new and unstretched
Estimated Market Value
$10 - $30 (nominal value for a modern reproduction)
Auction Estimate
$5 - $20 (generally not suitable for fine art auction house)
Provenance History
Unknown; likely a mass-produced modern decorative art print or gallery shop souvenir
Art Historical Significance
The original painting is an icon of American art, held by the Musée d'Orsay. It is celebrated for its abstract qualities and balanced composition, marking a pivot from realism to aestheticism.
Notable Features
Includes the artist's butterfly signature motif visible on the patterned curtain at the far left and features the framed etching 'Black Lion Wharf' in the background background.
Condition Issues
No significant issues visible; edges are clean and surface appears uniform. This is a printed copy rather than a historic artifact.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional stretching and framing under UV-protective glass is recommended to prevent color fading from environmental light.