1887
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Cock and the Pump is a 1887 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a quiet street scene. A rooster stands in the foreground, and a pump is visible in the background. The artist has used bold lines and shading to create depth and texture. In the background, a group of people are gathered near the pump, adding a sense of activity to the otherwise serene scene. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye through the composition. The artist's attention to detail and use of etching techniques create a sense of intimacy and immediacy. For more works by this artist, explore the art of Whistler, James McNeill.
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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