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Fishing Boats, Hastings

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a scene with boats and tall masts on a beach. Buildings and a hillside can be seen in the background. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, and there are figures and objects near the boats. The artist used a sketch-like technique with fine lines and cross-hatching to create depth, shadow, and texture in a monochromatic color scheme.

Artwork Details

Date
1877
Medium
etching and drypoint on Asian laid paper
Dimensions
5003 × 3120 px
Public Domain
Yes
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