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The Traghetto, No.II

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an intimate courtyard scene with two figures standing and conversing on the left side. The courtyard is shaded by a tree, leading to an archway in the middle distance, where a group of people are seated around a table engaging in discussion. The background shows a tall tree and the walls of adjacent buildings. The composition focuses on the enclosure created by the courtyard walls and overhead foliage. The brushstrokes and etching lines are delicate and sketch-like, giving an impressionistic feel. The color palette is muted and monochromatic, dominated by warm sepia tones.

Artwork Details

Date
1880
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
4257 × 3455 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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