Niagarafälle von der amerikanischen Seite

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850, veröffentlicht 1840

The image shows a close-up view of Niagara Falls from the American side. The horizon is low, obscured by the waterfalls dominating the scene. The artwork depicts the water, rocks, cliffs, and trees with detailed precision. Earthy tones like grays and browns are used for rocks and cliffs, while soft blues and whites represent the water and mist. Mist rises from the falls where they crash into the river. A small boat with a few people is visible on the water.
Künstler
Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850
Datierung
veröffentlicht 1840
Gattung
Druckgrafik
Technik
hand-colored aquatint with touches of engraving
Maße
sheet (trimmed within plate mark): 51,8 × 64,8 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The image shows a close-up view of Niagara Falls from the American side. The horizon is low, obscured by the waterfalls dominating the scene. The artwork depicts the water, rocks, cliffs, and trees with detailed precision. Earthy tones like grays and browns are used for rocks and cliffs, while soft blues and whites represent the water and mist. Mist rises from the falls where they crash into the river. A small boat with a few people is visible on the water.

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850