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Speke Shore

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a rocky or bush-covered terrain sloping upward to the left. The horizon is undefined and intersected by the rugged terrain. The drawing features energetic line work with cross-hatching for shadows and textures on the landforms, and the sky is represented with sweeping lines. The image uses a monochromatic palette in shades of gray and black. A solitary figure in flowing garments is seen in the lower right corner, and a path winds towards the horizon in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1875
Medium
drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
4913 × 3309 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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