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Margaret Coughlan

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The image shows a man on a boat using a pole to steer. The boat is on a calm body of water, with a wooden edge visible extending to the left. On the horizon, there are trees, structures, and a small building. The artwork is created using fine lines and cross-hatching for texture. The monochrome palette uses varying intensities of black against a light background. Diagonal lines in the sky hint at clouds.
James McNeill Whistler, Day and Son Lithographers, The Punt, 1861 (published 1862), photogravure in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3257

The Punt

James McNeill Whistler, Day and Son Lithographers · 1861 (published 1862) · photogravure in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3257

The image shows a landscape with a river, a bridge across it, buildings, and trees on the far bank. The horizon is high in the image. The bridge and distant structures are depicted with fine lines. The color palette is black and off-white. Small boats near us are depicted with delicate lines.
James McNeill Whistler, Fulham, 1878/1879, etching and drypoint in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3258

Fulham

James McNeill Whistler · 1878/1879 · etching and drypoint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3258

This image shows a riverside town with buildings, boats, and a river. The buildings dominate the composition with their detail and the limited sepia color palette. Boats are moored by the river and there is a person tending to them. Some buildings are labeled with signs like "The Adam and Eve." The scene conveys a nostalgic and tranquil atmosphere.
James McNeill Whistler, Hogarth and Son, The 'Adam and Eve', Old Chelsea, 1878, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3260

The 'Adam and Eve', Old Chelsea

James McNeill Whistler, Hogarth and Son · 1878 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3260

The image shows an etching of a riverside scene with a wooden barge in the foreground and sailboats docked in the background. People are gathered on the barge, and the riverbank is filled with buildings and crowds of people. The fine lines in the etching depict texture and movement in the water and sails. The color palette is sepia and black, creating a timeless quality. In the distance, arches of a bridge are visible.
James McNeill Whistler, Billingsgate, 1859, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3254

Billingsgate

James McNeill Whistler · 1859 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3254

The image shows a riverside scene viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon line is positioned high in the composition, with trees and buildings visible. The buildings are nestled among the trees with fine brushstrokes, giving intricate details. Closest to us are large dark sails dominating the right side, reflecting in the still water. The color palette is monochromatic sepia, creating a vintage effect and emphasizing light and shadow interplay. The sepia tones enhance the serene mood of the riverside setting.
James McNeill Whistler, Hurlingham, 1879, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3261

Hurlingham

James McNeill Whistler · 1879 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3261

The image depicts a riverside scene with buildings in the background. The foreground shows a man leaning against a railing, with figures working near boats to the right. The artwork features detailed linework reminiscent of etching, creating a textured view of the riverside. The color palette is monochromatic, with shading achieved through line density. The scene captures a slice of 19th-century life, blending human and industrial elements seamlessly.
James McNeill Whistler, Black Lion Wharf, 1859, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3252

Black Lion Wharf

James McNeill Whistler · 1859 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3252

The image is an etching showing a lively port or dockside scene. Boats and figures are depicted near the water, with additional boats and buildings in the background. The skyline consists of buildings, including one labeled "Thames Police." The etching employs fine lines to convey textures and details. The color scheme is monochromatic, emphasizing black and gray tones.
James McNeill Whistler, Thames Police, 1859, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3256

Thames Police

James McNeill Whistler · 1859 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3256

The image depicts a landscape viewed from a slightly elevated angle, featuring a stream winding through the scene. Trees line the horizon, created using fine lines for texture. The artwork is monochromatic with black and white shades for contrast. The stream curls around grassy edges in the foreground, while dense trees fill the middle ground. The horizon shows a sky and a few birds in flight above the treetops.
Francis Seymour Haden, Sunset in Ireland, 1863, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3265

Sunset in Ireland

Francis Seymour Haden · 1863 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3265

The image depicts an urban scene with notable landmarks such as a clock tower in the background. The view is from street level, capturing busy city activity. Historic buildings and the clock tower are visible on the horizon. The artwork appears to be an etching with fine lines and detailed textures. The color palette consists of brown tones, creating a sepia-like effect. The scene includes horse-drawn carriages, pedestrians with umbrellas, and street life in the foreground, while architectural silhouettes shape the distant skyline. The border features additional sketches of maritime scenes, architectural details, and urban life.
Félix-Hilaire Buhot, Westminster Bridge, 1884, etching, roulette, and softground on japanese paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3266

Westminster Bridge

Félix-Hilaire Buhot · 1884 · etching, roulette, and softground on japanese paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3266

This is a drawing of a harbor scene with tall ships and a dockside building. The illustration shows the masts and rigging of large sailing ships against the sky. The composition has vertical and horizontal lines that frame the ships and the waterfront structures. In the foreground, there are figures on the deck near the dock. The image is monochromatic, using lines and hatching to create depth and texture. The style and technique focus on detail, light, and shadow contrast.
James McNeill Whistler, Rotherhithe, 1860, etching and drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Margaret Coughlan), 2015.19.3255

Rotherhithe

James McNeill Whistler · 1860 · etching and drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3255