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Victoria Club

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of an urban scene with a street view of a classical architectural facade. The horizon is suggested by the line where the building meets the ground. The architecture features arched windows and decorative elements. The drawing depicts figures and architectural details with loose, sketchy lines to convey movement and activity. The color palette is monochrome, using shades of charcoal or graphite against a light background. People are shown walking or standing, sketched in a way that suggests motion, adding to the lively urban atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1879/1887
Medium
lithograph in black with chine collé on wove paper
Dimensions
3287 × 4925 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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