Niagara Falls

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850, 1847/1855

The image shows a cascading waterfall near the horizon, with the skyline positioned high above. The scene is depicted using soft brushstrokes to represent water and foliage. The color palette is limited to gray, white, and light earthy tones. On the right, rocky terrain and sparse vegetation are vaguely depicted. The water extends towards the viewer with minor ripples. In the distance, mist from the waterfall blends into the sky.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850
Date
1847/1855
Type
Drawing
Medium
graphite and white gouache on green-gray wove paper
Dimensions
31.5 × 48.8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a cascading waterfall near the horizon, with the skyline positioned high above. The scene is depicted using soft brushstrokes to represent water and foliage. The color palette is limited to gray, white, and light earthy tones. On the right, rocky terrain and sparse vegetation are vaguely depicted. The water extends towards the viewer with minor ripples. In the distance, mist from the waterfall blends into the sky.

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850