The Waterfall at Lydford Gorge, Devon

Französische Grafik 1855–1870, 1862

The image shows a waterfall cascading down from a rocky cliffside. The waterfall runs diagonally through the center of the painting. Water splashes against rocks, creating movement. The horizon is not visible, but there are tall trees and rocky terrain. The brushstrokes are loose and fluid, typical of watercolor techniques. The color palette includes deep greens, browns, and muted blues. The water is depicted in light blues and whites. The composition captures the serene yet dynamic quality of a natural waterfall scene.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1855–1870
Date
1862
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over black chalk
Dimensions
36 × 25.9 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a waterfall cascading down from a rocky cliffside. The waterfall runs diagonally through the center of the painting. Water splashes against rocks, creating movement. The horizon is not visible, but there are tall trees and rocky terrain. The brushstrokes are loose and fluid, typical of watercolor techniques. The color palette includes deep greens, browns, and muted blues. The water is depicted in light blues and whites. The composition captures the serene yet dynamic quality of a natural waterfall scene.

Französische Grafik 1855–1870