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Drury Lane Rags

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a storefront from an elevated viewpoint, focusing on the front of a building. The background is minimally depicted, with a few architectural details suggesting a street. The lines are precise and minimal, with a soft color palette dominated by yellows, blues, and greys. Figures, including a child and adults, are near the entrance. In the distance, other buildings are faintly outlined. The background is simple, emphasizing the storefront and figures.

Artwork Details

Date
1888
Medium
hand-colored lithograph in black on wove paper
Dimensions
3532 × 4813 px
Public Domain
Yes
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