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Whistler uses a restricted palette of cool greys and whites to represent the snow, punctuated by the warm, golden glow emanating from a single window. This contrast between the cold exterior and the suggestion of interior warmth provides the primary visual tension in the piece.\n\nWhistler was influenced by Japanese woodblock prints, which is evident here in the flattened perspective and the simplified forms of the buildings. He sought to create a visual equivalent to music, titling his works after musical compositions to suggest that the arrangement of colour and tone should be appreciated for its own sake. The lack of sharp edges or defined textures allows the viewer to focus on the overall tonal harmony rather than the specific subject matter. This approach was a departure from the detailed realism popular in the Victorian era, reflecting Whistler's interest in the aesthetic qualities of paint and light. 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