The Traghetto

James McNeill Whistler

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Traghetto by James McNeill Whistler depicts a darkened archway with a tree growing through it. The archway appears to lead to a courtyard or interior space. A brick or stone floor is visible at the entrance. On the right side of the image, four people wearing hats are gathered around a low table. On the left side, two people stand near the archway. The scene includes buildings on either side of the archway, with a window visible on the right-hand building. The image features a range of lines and shading, suggesting it is an etching or drypoint print. The overall tone of the image is somber and muted, with a predominantly dark and light brown color scheme.