Dampfer „St. Lawrence“

Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850, 1850

The artwork depicts the steamer "St. Lawrence" on a body of water. The perspective is from the side, showing the entire length of the vessel. The horizon is positioned low, with the sky filled with soft, wispy clouds against a light blue background. The ship features two tall masts, a central smokestack emitting dark smoke, and a large paddle wheel labeled "St. Lawrence." Flags adorn the ship, including a red flag with the ship's name and an American flag at the stern. The water is depicted with dynamic, wavy brushstrokes in shades of blue and green. In the distance, land is visible on the left, with a small sailboat nearby. The overall color palette is soft and muted.
Künstler
Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850
Datierung
1850
Gattung
Gemälde
Technik
Öl auf Leinwand
Maße
73,3 × 121,9 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The artwork depicts the steamer "St. Lawrence" on a body of water. The perspective is from the side, showing the entire length of the vessel. The horizon is positioned low, with the sky filled with soft, wispy clouds against a light blue background. The ship features two tall masts, a central smokestack emitting dark smoke, and a large paddle wheel labeled "St. Lawrence." Flags adorn the ship, including a red flag with the ship's name and an American flag at the stern. The water is depicted with dynamic, wavy brushstrokes in shades of blue and green. In the distance, land is visible on the left, with a small sailboat nearby. The overall color palette is soft and muted.

Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850