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Garden

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a rustic, overgrown architectural structure. The structure has arched windows and detailed stonework. The perspective is direct and eye-level. The horizon is not visible. The etching has fine linear brushstrokes creating a textured appearance for the stone and foliage. In the foreground, there are steps leading up to a relaxed seated figure. In the background, the entryway of the building merges with shadows, suggesting depth. The color palette is sepia with varying density in the etched lines to highlight light and shadow.

Artwork Details

Date
1880
Medium
etching and drypoint in dark brown on laid paper
Dimensions
3476 × 4479 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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