Artwork
James MacNeill Whistler
James MacNeill Whistler is a print by Thomas Robert Way. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up Thomas Robert Way (British, 1861–1913).
This painting is a portrait of a man with curly hair and a mustache, wearing a dark jacket over a white shirt. The background is dark, which makes the subject stand out.
The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The artist has used a range of shades to create depth and dimension in the painting.
If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up Thomas Robert Way (British, 1861–1913).
Overview
This portrait print, created around 1897, is the work of British artist Thomas Robert Way and is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts James MacNeill Whistler, shown with curly hair and a mustache, wearing a dark jacket and white shirt against a dark background. His serious expression engages the viewer directly.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved depth and dimension through a range of shading techniques, making the subject stand out from the dark background.
History & Provenance
Thomas Robert Way, active in Britain from 1861 to 1913, was the creator of this portrait.
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Artist
Thomas Robert Way (1861 - 1913) was an English painter of landscapes and portraits, lithographer and printer, who exhibited in London between 1883 and 1893.
