The Doorway
1880
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1880
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a doorway with a large arched top and a smaller rectangular doorway below. The doorway is flanked by two columns, and there are intricate carvings on the walls around it. The scene is depicted in a range of grays, from light to dark, which gives it a sense of depth and texture. The doorway appears to be old and worn, with visible cracks and damage to the stonework. The carvings on the walls are also detailed and ornate, suggesting that this was once a grand and important entrance. The artist who created this etching was James McNeill Whistler.