Artwork
Little Salute
Little Salute is a print by the Impressionist artist James McNeill Whistler. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1922.452
- Credit line
- Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph King
About this work
Overview
Little Salute, a print by James McNeill Whistler from 1880, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. The work depicts a serene waterfront scene with minimal architectural elements and distant landscape features.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a tranquil waterfront, with a few small buildings, a hill, and a prominent spire in the background. The scene conveys a sense of quietness and simplicity.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose, scratchy lines reminiscent of rapid notation, the print features soft, muted grayscale tones with subtle darker accents for shading, suggesting a quickly executed piece.
History & Provenance
Created in 1880 by James McNeill Whistler, the print is currently held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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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