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He often titled his works based on their dominant colour schemes, a practice that reflects his interest in the musicality of painting. In this piece, the verticality of the building is balanced by the horizontal arrangement of the figures in the foreground. The paint application is thin, revealing the texture of the canvas beneath and contributing to the ethereal quality of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhistler was known for his rejection of narrative painting, preferring instead to create works that functioned as visual arrangements. This courtyard scene demonstrates his ability to transform a mundane architectural space into a study of tonal harmony. The figures are not the primary subject but rather components of the overall design, integrated into the architecture through subtle shifts in value. The work invites the viewer to observe the interplay of light on stone and glass, rather than seeking a specific story or historical event. 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