La Foire

James McNeill Whistler, 1895/1896

This is a drawing of a street scene with buildings, market stalls, and people. The drawing uses black and gray tones with loose lines to depict an outdoor market or street scene. Market stalls can be seen on either side with various forms suggesting the presence of goods. The central area is filled with the abstract suggestion of a crowd of people engaged in activities. Shadows and textured lines create depth and movement, giving the composition a lively atmosphere. The style hints at an impressionistic approach, focusing on the feel of a busy urban setting rather than specific details.
Artiste
James McNeill Whistler
Datation
1895/1896
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Lithographie en noir sur papier vélin
Dimensions
23,6 × 15,8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a drawing of a street scene with buildings, market stalls, and people. The drawing uses black and gray tones with loose lines to depict an outdoor market or street scene. Market stalls can be seen on either side with various forms suggesting the presence of goods. The central area is filled with the abstract suggestion of a crowd of people engaged in activities. Shadows and textured lines create depth and movement, giving the composition a lively atmosphere. The style hints at an impressionistic approach, focusing on the feel of a busy urban setting rather than specific details.

James McNeill Whistler