Who painted Speke Hall, No.1?

Speke Hall, No.1 was painted by James McNeill Whistler in 1870.

Where can I see Speke Hall, No.1?

Speke Hall, No.1 is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Speke Hall, No.1?

Speke Hall, No.1 is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

Speke Hall, No.1

James McNeill Whistler , 1870

Speke Hall, No.1 is an ink print by the Impressionist artist James McNeill Whistler. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Speke Hall, No.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower right in plate: Whistler 1870. / Speke Hall.; lower right in graphite below plate mark: W.86

About this work

Overview

Speke Hall, No.1 is a print created by James McNeill Whistler in 1870 using etching and drypoint techniques on Asian laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Speke Hall, a Tudor manor near Liverpool, surrounded by bare trees and a woman in a long gown walking away from the viewer. The scene is characterized by a sense of quiet contemplation and serenity.

Technique & Style

Whistler employed refined and restrained etching and drypoint techniques to capture the intricate details of the hall and its surroundings, contrasting delicate lines with deeper tones to create depth and texture.

Context

The work reflects Whistler's interest in architectural subjects during his time in the United Kingdom, showcasing his ability to convey atmosphere and mood through his printmaking.

Speke Hall, No.1, James McNeill Whistler

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Artist

James McNeill Whistler

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.