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The Tall Bridge

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an arched bridge structure viewed from below. The horizon is low and hidden by the bridge pilings that frame the scene. Additional structures and masts are faintly visible beyond the bridge. The brushstrokes are sketch-like and in a brown sepia tone, creating a rustic effect. The image consists of varying shades of sepia, emphasizing the water's reflective surface.

Artwork Details

Date
1878
Medium
lithotint in brown on wove paper
Dimensions
3343 × 5003 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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