Launching of the Griffin. July 1679

George Catlin I, 1847/1848

The image shows a gathering of indigenous people along a waterway, with a large boat being maneuvered ashore. People on land and in canoes are raising their arms towards the boat. In the background, a crowd lines the shore, with a forest and sky in soft pink and gray hues. The style is characterized by detailed brushstrokes capturing textures and motion, with a vibrant natural color palette.
Kunstner
George Catlin I
Datering
1847/1848
Type
Painting
Teknik
oil on canvas
Mål
37.8 × 56.2 cm
Samling
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licens
Offentligt domæne, CC0

Billedbeskrivelse

The image shows a gathering of indigenous people along a waterway, with a large boat being maneuvered ashore. People on land and in canoes are raising their arms towards the boat. In the background, a crowd lines the shore, with a forest and sky in soft pink and gray hues. The style is characterized by detailed brushstrokes capturing textures and motion, with a vibrant natural color palette.

George Catlin I