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The Little Mast, by James McNeill Whistler, 1880

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Overview

The Little Mast is a 1880 by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
James McNeill Whistler
When & what style?
1880 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a street scene with a tall mast in the center. The mast is surrounded by buildings and people, with a few boats in the background. The sky is cloudy and the overall mood is calm. The painting has a lot of detail, with many people and objects visible. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The painting is quite busy, but it still feels peaceful. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the Impressionism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of James McNeill Whistler
Artist

James McNeill Whistler

James Abbott McNeill Whistler 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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