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Amsterdam from the Tolhuis, by James McNeill Whistler, ink, 1863

Amsterdam from the Tolhuis

James McNeill Whistler

1863

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Amsterdam from the Tolhuis is a 1863 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
James McNeill Whistler
When & what style?
1863 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting is a black and white etching of a harbor scene. There are several boats in the water, with people standing on the shore. In the background, there are buildings and a cloudy sky. The etching is detailed, with many lines and textures that give it a sense of depth and realism. The artist has used a range of techniques to create different effects, from the smoothness of the water to the roughness of the buildings. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out 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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