The Lime-Burner
1859
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1859
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a detailed interior scene with wooden beams and ladders. This artwork shows Whistler's skill in creating texture and playing with light. He was still a young artist when he made this, and it's interesting to see how he used simple objects to create a sense of depth. Check out the technique of etching to learn more about how Whistler created this intricate scene.
