Blue and Silver: Boat Entering Pourville (1899) by James McNeill Whistler

Blue and Silver: Boat Entering Pourville - James McNeill Whistler - 1899

Artwork Information

TitleBlue and Silver: Boat Entering Pourville
ArtistJames McNeill Whistler
Date1899
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions13.97 x 23.5 cm
Art MovementImpressionism

About Blue and Silver: Boat Entering Pourville

The artwork, titled “Blue and Silver: Boat Entering Pourville,” was created by the artist James McNeill Whistler in 1899. Rendered with oil on canvas, this piece is part of the Impressionism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. The artwork measures 13.97 by 23.5 centimeters.

The artwork presents a serene coastal scene with muted tones of blue and silver dominating the horizon and waterscape. In the foreground, silhouettes of individuals and groups are depicted against the backdrop of the sea, suggesting a tranquil communal moment by the shore. The soft brushstrokes and delicate color palette create an impressionistic rendering of light and atmosphere, evoking a sense of calm and contemplation.

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