The Long Gallery, Louvre 1894

"The Long Gallery, Louvre" is a pencil drawing by American artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler, completed in 1894. The artwork depicts a view of the Long Gallery at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, where Whistler was a frequent visitor. The scene includes a gathering of people, mostly obscured, standing in the large space, some looking at paintings hanging on the walls. The drawing is characterized by Whistler's signature light, airy style, capturing the mood and atmosphere of the gallery. It's a glimpse into Whistler's artistic practice and his interest in capturing the essence of a space through a simplified yet elegant composition.