Artwork
The Mast
The Mast 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.
- 1965.287
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Malcolm L. McBride
About this work
Overview
The Mast is a print by James McNeill Whistler, created in 1880. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a city street scene with tall buildings and people gathered near a streetlamp, creating a sense of urban life. The streetlamp is a prominent feature, drawing the viewer's attention.
Technique & Style
Whistler's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, with contrasting light and dark tones contributing to the overall mood of the scene.
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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