Artwork preview

Tour St. Antoine, Loches

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image is a sketch of an urban street scene viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The street leads towards a tower in the distance, with buildings lining either side. The tower is under construction and the sketch is done in sepia tones with dark ink, highlighting the line work. Figures are shown in motion on the street, contributing to the sense of activity in the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1888
Medium
etching on wove paper
Dimensions
2774 × 5102 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original
Palette