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Rotherhithe

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a harbor scene. The image depicts tall sailing vessels with intricate masts and rigging in the background. In the foreground, there is an architectural structure or a tall building. The drawing is executed with fine lines and cross-hatching, providing texture to the waves in the water and the clouds in the sky. Small boats are scattered across the water.

Artwork Details

Date
1860
Medium
etching and drypoint on Asian laid paper
Dimensions
5323 × 7223 px
Public Domain
Yes
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