James Abbott McNeill Whistler. 1834-1903.
Rotherhithe (Originally published as Wapping). 1860. Etching. Kennedy 66.iii. 10 7/8 x 7 7/8 (sheet 13 1/2 x 9 5/8). Series: "Sixteen Etchings or Scenes on the Thames and Other Subjects." (Thames Set). Illustrated: Guichard, British Etchers, 1850-1940; Keppel, The Golden Age of Engraving; Salaman, The Great Painter-Etchers from Rembrandt to Whistler and Modern Masters of Etching: Whistler. A rich impression printed on fine cream laid paper. Signed in the plate. Price upon request.
Rotherhithe was made on the balcony of the Angel Inn at Rotherhithe, looking northwest toward the City; the dome of St. Paul's is visible on the horizon at the far left.
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