Bolling's Dam, Petersburgh, Virginia

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836, 1821

The image shows Bolling's Dam in Petersburg, Virginia. The viewer is positioned slightly above the river, looking across the water cascading over the dam. Close to us, the river flows over rocks with subtle movements. To the right are rocks, vegetation, and trees. The horizon shows buildings, including a central industrial structure. The sky above is filled with clouds in soft strokes, conveying depth and atmosphere. The color palette consists of muted greens, earth tones, and grays.
Artista
Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836
Fecha
1821
Tipo
Estampa
Técnica
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on wove paper
Medidas
24,61 × 34,29 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image shows Bolling's Dam in Petersburg, Virginia. The viewer is positioned slightly above the river, looking across the water cascading over the dam. Close to us, the river flows over rocks with subtle movements. To the right are rocks, vegetation, and trees. The horizon shows buildings, including a central industrial structure. The sky above is filled with clouds in soft strokes, conveying depth and atmosphere. The color palette consists of muted greens, earth tones, and grays.

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836