1887
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Marbles is a 1887 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a group of children gathered around a shop, playing with marbles. The scene is depicted in a sketchy style, with loose lines and minimal detail. In the background, a woman stands watching the children, while a dog sits nearby. The artist's use of etching and drypoint techniques creates a sense of texture and depth in the image. The overall effect is one of quiet observation, capturing a moment of everyday life. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the movement of Impressionism.
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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