Artwork
Soupe à Trois Sous
Soupe à Trois Sous is an ink print by the Impressionist artist James McNeill Whistler. It dates from 1859 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:upper center in plate: Whistler.-
- Markings
- Marked:stamped upper right verso in black ink: F.B.B. [circled]
About this work
Overview
Soupe à Trois Sous is an etching created by James McNeill Whistler in 1859. The work is executed in black on laid paper and depicts a scene of everyday life.
Subject & Meaning
The etching captures a rustic interior, likely a cafe or tavern, with tables and seated figures. It presents an intimate moment, conveying social dynamics through the depiction of people interacting in a casual setting.
Technique & Style
The artwork is characterized by sketchy lines and loose details, creating an informal atmosphere. Whistler's use of etching technique allows for a spontaneous, snapshot-like quality, emphasizing the everyday nature of the scene.
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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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