The artwork, titled “Note in Blue and Opal,” was created in 1884 by James McNeill Whistler using watercolor as the medium. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is a landscape genre piece with dimensions of 12.38 x 21.59 cm.
In the artwork, Whistler masterfully captures a tranquil coastal scene. The predominance of soft blue and opal hues emphasizes the calm and serene atmosphere of the landscape. Gentle washes of color dominate the composition, with the horizon line seamlessly blending the sea and sky. The scene is minimalistic, with subtle details of distant landforms and patches of clouds adding depth and context to the otherwise expansive and open scenery. Whistler’s use of watercolor lends a delicate and ethereal quality to the overall aesthetic, embodying the elusive and impressionistic essence of the fleeting moment he aims to depict.
