Nocturne: Palaces 1879 - 1880

"Nocturne: Palaces" is an etching by James Abbott McNeill Whistler created between 1879 and 1880. The artwork captures a shadowy, atmospheric scene of a city street at night, likely inspired by London or Venice. Whistler's signature "Nocturne" series explores the effects of light and shadow, creating a sense of mystery and ethereal beauty. The simplified lines and subtle tonal variations evoke a sense of urban decay and grandeur, characteristic of Whistler's artistic style.