Artwork
Fulham
Fulham is a print by the Impressionist artist James McNeill Whistler. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1946.173
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Howard M. Hanna
About this work
Overview
Fulham is a print by James McNeill Whistler, created in 1878. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene river scene with a bridge, calm water, and boats along the riverbank. The composition is characterized by a sense of tranquility, with the artist's use of light and shadow creating depth.
Technique & Style
Whistler's use of soft, muted colors and gentle rendering evokes a peaceful atmosphere. The interplay of light and shadow adds dimensionality to the scene, drawing the viewer's eye into the composition.
Artist & collection
Artist
James Abbott McNeill Whistler (; July 10, 1834 – July 17, 1903) was an American painter in oils and watercolor, and printmaker, active during the American Gilded Age and based primarily in the United Kingdom.
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