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Fishing Boats, Hastings, by James McNeill Whistler, ink, 1877

Fishing Boats, Hastings

James McNeill Whistler

1877

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Fishing Boats, Hastings is a 1877 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
James McNeill Whistler
When & what style?
1877 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a serene landscape of fishing boats docked in a harbor. The boats are arranged in a row, with their masts and sails visible. In the background, there are buildings and hills, which add depth to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility and calmness. A closer look at the painting reveals the use of etching and drypoint techniques, which have created a sense of texture and detail in the image. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene, making it feel more realistic. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Whistler, James McNeill, who was known for his Impressionist and Realist style.

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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