Horizon of the New World

Amerikanische Volkskunst, c. 1830

This artwork depicts a pastoral scene with a high horizon line near the upper third, showcasing a blue sea with several sailing ships. The close area features figures engaged in activities, such as sitting and conversing, with one woman holding a parasol. A horse-drawn carriage travels along a path. The middle area contains a landscape with rolling hills, trees, and a river, where groups of people are engaged in activities, including rowing boats and conversing. A sun with a face shines in the sky to the left, casting light over the scene. The color palette includes greens, blues, and earth tones. The brushstroke style is smooth and detailed, emphasizing the interactions throughout the composition.
Artist
Amerikanische Volkskunst
Date
c. 1830
Type
Painting
Medium
oil on canvas
Dimensions
77.6 × 167 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This artwork depicts a pastoral scene with a high horizon line near the upper third, showcasing a blue sea with several sailing ships. The close area features figures engaged in activities, such as sitting and conversing, with one woman holding a parasol. A horse-drawn carriage travels along a path. The middle area contains a landscape with rolling hills, trees, and a river, where groups of people are engaged in activities, including rowing boats and conversing. A sun with a face shines in the sky to the left, casting light over the scene. The color palette includes greens, blues, and earth tones. The brushstroke style is smooth and detailed, emphasizing the interactions throughout the composition.

Amerikanische Volkskunst