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Chelsea Shops

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a frontal urban scene featuring the facade of a building. The horizon line is not explicitly defined. The architectural elevation of the building is the main focus. There are no clear elements on the horizon line. The technique involves delicate pencil strokes, creating an impressionistic style. The color palette is monochromatic gray. In the foreground, a figure is on the left, and two figures are near the right in front of a window. In the distance, the structure's details are suggested with faintly drawn windows. The overall presentation is minimalist with sparse lines defining the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1888
Medium
lithograph in black with chine collé on wove paper
Dimensions
4836 × 3031 px
Public Domain
Yes
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