1859
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Penny Boat is a 1859 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows a busy harbor scene with boats and people. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered, some wearing top hats. The background features several boats, including a large sailboat and a smaller rowboat. The scene is depicted in dark brown ink on laid paper. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the etching, with fine lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The artist's use of drypoint adds a sense of roughness to the image, emphasizing the rustic nature of the harbor scene. This painting is reminiscent of the works of James McNeill Whistler, who was known for his Impressionist and Realist styles.
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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