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The Riva, No.I

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a quay from an elevated perspective. The quay is busy with various boats, including a large sailing ship. The painting features delicate brushstrokes with a subdued color palette dominated by soft sepia tones. Figures are seen walking along the quay and engaging in conversation. City buildings in the distance frame the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1879/1880
Medium
etching and drypoint in dark brown on laid paper
Dimensions
4947 × 3432 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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