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Waterloo Bridge

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of a busy street scene from an elevated viewpoint. A bridge is depicted crossing horizontally, with visible arches. The horizon is faintly defined, with outlines of distant buildings. Quick, fluid strokes create an impressionistic feel, capturing movement. The monochrome color palette emphasizes the pencil or charcoal technique. Carriages and pedestrians move along a wide road lined with sparse trees.

Artwork Details

Date
1896
Medium
lithograph in black on laid paper
Dimensions
3254 × 4914 px
Public Domain
Yes
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