Niagara Falls from Under Table Rock

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836, 1829

The image shows a waterfall, likely part of Niagara Falls, with a title at the bottom. The viewpoint is from below and to the side, showcasing the rock face where the water flows down from the cliffs on the right. The waterfall creates a stream of white and blue hues. At the top of the rock face, a lone figure overlooks the falls. The sky is filled with textured clouds, blending soft brushstrokes. The color palette includes earth tones, greens, and pale blues and whites. Figures are also visible on the rocks, with some gesturing towards the falls.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836
Date
1829
Type
Print
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed within plate mark): 58.4 × 45.1 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a waterfall, likely part of Niagara Falls, with a title at the bottom. The viewpoint is from below and to the side, showcasing the rock face where the water flows down from the cliffs on the right. The waterfall creates a stream of white and blue hues. At the top of the rock face, a lone figure overlooks the falls. The sky is filled with textured clouds, blending soft brushstrokes. The color palette includes earth tones, greens, and pale blues and whites. Figures are also visible on the rocks, with some gesturing towards the falls.

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836