1875
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Troubled Thames is a 1875 ink by James McNeill Whistler, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting presents a cityscape, with a river flowing through the center. The scene is set against a light-colored sky, with buildings lining the riverbank on the right side. In the foreground, a small boat is visible, while a larger vessel is moored near the shore. The artist's use of etching and drypoint techniques creates a sense of texture and depth in the image. The cityscape is rendered in a range of tones, from dark shadows to lighter highlights, which adds to the overall sense of atmosphere. For a deeper understanding of the artist's techniques and style, consider exploring the works 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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