Whistler's House at Old Chelsea
1863
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1863
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a busy riverside scene with rowboats on the water. People sit in boats or stand near the shore, while buildings line the bank. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to capture the movement and light. The title says this is Whistler’s house, but the artist is Francis Seymour Haden. He was known for his sharp, detailed etchings. Look up etching to see how artists like Haden made prints like this.
