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The Little Pool

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a harbor scene with ships, buildings, and figures. The perspective appears elevated, possibly from a dock. The horizon is at the top, showing a cityscape with moored ships. The drawing uses fine lines, capturing movement and details. Two figures are at the edge, one seated and one standing. The color scheme is monochromatic with sepia or brown against a light background. The composition leads the eye from close details to the distant ships and buildings, creating depth in the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1861
Medium
etching and drypoint in dark brown on grey laid paper
Dimensions
3846 × 3181 px
Public Domain
Yes
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