Le Pont ferroviaire de Charing Cross

James McNeill Whistler, 1896

The image shows a river scene depicted in a monochromatic palette using delicate pencil or charcoal strokes. A small embankment is visible, with indications of figures and vegetation. Various boats are on the river, with some figures sketched aboard. A large bridge crosses the river at the horizon line, partially obscured by soft brushstrokes. Structures can be seen beyond the bridge, with slender spires or chimneys in the skyline. Light and shadow are used effectively in the scene.
Artiste
James McNeill Whistler
Datation
1896
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Lithographie en noir sur papier vergé
Dimensions
13 × 21,6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows a river scene depicted in a monochromatic palette using delicate pencil or charcoal strokes. A small embankment is visible, with indications of figures and vegetation. Various boats are on the river, with some figures sketched aboard. A large bridge crosses the river at the horizon line, partially obscured by soft brushstrokes. Structures can be seen beyond the bridge, with slender spires or chimneys in the skyline. Light and shadow are used effectively in the scene.

James McNeill Whistler