Gebäude an einem Damm

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857, 1850–1860

The image depicts a rocky landscape with a small waterfall flowing into a stream or pool of water. In the background, there is a wooden building on a rock and a low structure or fence extending towards the center-right. The artwork features delicate and sketch-like brushwork and pencil strokes, capturing the textures of rocks and foliage with light, varied lines. The color palette is muted with soft greys, off-whites, and a hint of light blue sky. Trees and shrubs are visible in the distance, enhancing the sense of depth without disrupting the tranquil atmosphere created by the flowing water and rustic structure.
Künstler
Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857
Datierung
1850–1860
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
graphite over watercolor on wove paper
Maße
13,34 × 21,27 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The image depicts a rocky landscape with a small waterfall flowing into a stream or pool of water. In the background, there is a wooden building on a rock and a low structure or fence extending towards the center-right. The artwork features delicate and sketch-like brushwork and pencil strokes, capturing the textures of rocks and foliage with light, varied lines. The color palette is muted with soft greys, off-whites, and a hint of light blue sky. Trees and shrubs are visible in the distance, enhancing the sense of depth without disrupting the tranquil atmosphere created by the flowing water and rustic structure.

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857