The artwork titled “Variations in Pink and Grey: Chelsea” was created by the artist James McNeill Whistler in the year 1871. Executed using oil on canvas, the artwork belongs to the Tonalism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. The dimensions of the artwork are 40.5 by 62.7 centimeters.
In “Variations in Pink and Grey: Chelsea,” Whistler employs a muted palette to create a serene and atmospheric depiction. The scene illustrates a calm riverside with moored sailboats, their sails capturing the dim light. The horizon is softly blurred, suggestive of either early morning mist or approaching twilight. In the foreground, figures of women dressed in period attire are seen engaging in leisurely activities, their forms blending into the subdued hues of the surrounding environment. The composition is marked by gentle transitions of color and tone, which is characteristic of the Tonalism movement, emphasizing mood and expression over detailed realism.
