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The Little Balcony

James McNeill Whistler

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Little Balcony by James McNeill Whistler: A charcoal drawing on tan paper depicting a group of people standing on a balcony. The balcony railing is visible, with people leaning on it or standing nearby. In the background, there is a wall with a window. The people on the balcony are dressed in clothing typical of the late 19th century. The drawing features loose, expressive lines and shading. The composition is simple, with the focus on the figures and their positioning on the balcony. The overall tone is subdued, with the tan paper providing a neutral background.

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718 × 893 px
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