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Isle de la Cité, Paris

James McNeill Whistler

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a river scene with bridges connecting opposite sides. Figures and carriages are seen on the bridges and riverside path. Buildings and tall structures are visible across the water, with a light sky above. The illustration style features detailed lines and textures with a monochromatic color scheme dominated by sepia and muted browns.

Artwork Details

Date
1859
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
4803 × 3343 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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