Pantheon from the Terrace of the Luxembourg Gardens
1893
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1893
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Pantheon from the Terrace of the Luxembourg Gardens is a 1893 by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a group of people standing on a stone terrace with a low railing. Behind them is a large building with a dome and a tall spire, surrounded by leafy trees. The sky is lightly drawn with a few clouds, and the figures are dressed in long coats and hats, looking relaxed. The artist focused on simple lines and soft shading instead of sharp details. This style was common in Impressionism, where artists often painted quick, light-filled scenes. Check out James McNeill Whistler to see more of his work.
