Nocturne

James McNeill Whistler, 1879/1880

The image shows a view across a body of water with tall ships and a distant cityscape. The style features fine etching brushstrokes creating a misty atmosphere and reflections on the water. The color palette includes sepia and muted grays. The water leads the eye towards the cityscape, enhancing the depth of the scene.
Artiste
James McNeill Whistler
Datation
1879/1880
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Eau-forte et pointe sèche sur papier vergé
Dimensions
20 × 29,5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows a view across a body of water with tall ships and a distant cityscape. The style features fine etching brushstrokes creating a misty atmosphere and reflections on the water. The color palette includes sepia and muted grays. The water leads the eye towards the cityscape, enhancing the depth of the scene.

James McNeill Whistler