Launching of the Griffin. July 1679
George Catlin I, 1847/1848
- Artist
- George Catlin I
- Date
- 1847/1848
- Type
- Painting
- Medium
- oil on canvas
- Dimensions
- 37.8 × 56.2 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
The image shows a gathering of indigenous people along a waterway, with a large boat being maneuvered ashore. People on land and in canoes are raising their arms towards the boat. In the background, a crowd lines the shore, with a forest and sky in soft pink and gray hues. The style is characterized by detailed brushstrokes capturing textures and motion, with a vibrant natural color palette.