{"product_id":"arrangement-in-black-lady-meux-james-mcneill-whistler","title":"Arrangement in Black: Lady Meux - James McNeill Whistler","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sophisticated portrait by James McNeill Whistler, featuring Lady Meux in a striking contrast of black and white tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames McNeill Whistler painted this portrait of Lady Meux between 1881 and 1882. It is one of several works by the artist that utilise musical terminology in the title, reflecting his belief that art should be appreciated for its formal qualities rather than its narrative content. The subject, Valerie, Lady Meux, was a prominent socialite of the period, and this painting captures her in a dramatic, full-length pose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition relies on a stark contrast between the dark, atmospheric background and the luminous white fur wrap worn by the sitter. Whistler employs a limited palette, focusing on the interplay of light and shadow to define the form of the figure. The black dress merges into the surrounding darkness, creating a sense of depth that is both subtle and controlled. The application of paint is characteristic of Whistler's mature style, where thin layers of pigment are built up to achieve a soft, almost ethereal quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLady Meux is depicted with a direct gaze, her posture conveying a sense of composure. The inclusion of jewellery, such as the necklace and tiara, provides small points of light that draw the eye across the canvas. This work demonstrates the artist's interest in the arrangement of colour and tone, prioritising the visual harmony of the piece over traditional portraiture conventions. By reducing the visual information to essential elements, Whistler creates a composition that remains focused on the relationship between the figure and the surrounding space. This print captures the tonal nuances of the original oil painting, preserving the atmospheric quality that defines Whistler's approach to portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/landscape-in-moonlight-henry-ossawa-tanner\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLandscape in Moonlight - Henry Ossawa Tanner — Henry Ossawa Tanner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/brown-and-gold-lillie-in-our-alley-james-abbott-mcneill-whistler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBrown and Gold: Lillie \"In our Alley!\" - James Abbott McNeill Whistler — James Abbott McNeill Whistler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"James McNeill Whistler","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58844154528079,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58844293562703,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58844293595471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58844293628239,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58844293661007,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Arrangement-in-Black_-Lady-Meux_Poster_CompositorV1_1790026097063.jpg?v=1790026555","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/arrangement-in-black-lady-meux-james-mcneill-whistler","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}