Shore of the Essequibo
George Catlin II, 1854/1869
- Artist
- George Catlin II
- Date
- 1854/1869
- Type
- Painting
- Medium
- oil on card mounted on paperboard
- Dimensions
- 46 × 63 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
The image depicts a serene landscape with a body of water in the distance. A lush rainforest is on the right, and a small encampment with people is closer to the viewer. The scene is detailed with subtle brushstrokes and a color palette dominated by greens and earthy tones.