Artwork
The Lime-Burner
The Lime-Burner 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.
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- Inscribed:lower right in plate: Whistler / 1859.
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Overview
The Lime-Burner is a print created by James McNeill Whistler in 1859 using etching and drypoint techniques on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a detailed interior scene with wooden beams and ladders, evoking a rustic barn or shed. The arrangement of these elements creates a sense of depth within the space.
Technique & Style
Whistler's use of etching and drypoint showcases his ability to capture the texture of wood and the interplay of light, demonstrating his skill in rendering architectural forms.
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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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