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The Thames

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a view from above a body of water with a cityscape in the distance. The city appears hazy with recognizable buildings and a tower against the skyline. The horizon divides the water from the urban structures. The brushwork is soft and delicate, suggesting a misty atmosphere. The color palette is grayscale, emphasizing the softness of the scene. Trees line the bottom edge, and faint boat outlines are visible on the water.

Artwork Details

Date
1896
Medium
lithograph in black on wove paper
Dimensions
3364 × 4580 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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