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Two Doorways

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a canal cityscape with buildings and a waterway. A man is seen at the edge of the water near an arched doorway, implying movement. The artwork appears to be an etching with detailed textures and a monochromatic sepia color palette. The scene features tall buildings and smaller architectural details in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
1880
Medium
etching and drypoint in dark brown on laid paper
Dimensions
4836 × 3410 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette