Nocturne

James McNeill Whistler, 1879/1880

The image shows a view of a calm body of water with a horizon line approximately one third from the bottom. Along the horizon, there are ships with tall masts, including a large ship slightly left of center. To the right, there are buildings, possibly a cityscape, with a tall structure resembling a lighthouse or tower. The image features soft, blur-like brushstrokes, creating a dreamlike quality. The color palette consists of monochromatic tones of gray, enhancing the serene atmosphere of the scene.

Rəssam: James McNeill Whistler
Tarix: 1879/1880
Növ: Print
Texnika: etching and drypoint on laid paper
Ölçülər: 20.32 × 29.21 cm
Kolleksiya: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lisenziya: İctimai mülkiyyət, CC0

Şəkil təsviri

The image shows a view of a calm body of water with a horizon line approximately one third from the bottom. Along the horizon, there are ships with tall masts, including a large ship slightly left of center. To the right, there are buildings, possibly a cityscape, with a tall structure resembling a lighthouse or tower. The image features soft, blur-like brushstrokes, creating a dreamlike quality. The color palette consists of monochromatic tones of gray, enhancing the serene atmosphere of the scene.

James McNeill Whistler