The Waterfall

Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868, década de 1860-década de 1870

The image shows a waterfall cascading down rocky terrain into a pool of water. Dense foliage obscures the horizon, and a figure fishes on a rocky outcrop. Fine, detailed brushstrokes depict textures like water and foliage. The color palette includes earthy greens and browns, cool blues and whites for water, and hints of yellow and orange for wildflowers, creating a tranquil woodland scene.
Artista
Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868
Fecha
década de 1860-década de 1870
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
watercolor and gouache over graphite on paperboard
Medidas
42,23 × 35,24 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image shows a waterfall cascading down rocky terrain into a pool of water. Dense foliage obscures the horizon, and a figure fishes on a rocky outcrop. Fine, detailed brushstrokes depict textures like water and foliage. The color palette includes earthy greens and browns, cool blues and whites for water, and hints of yellow and orange for wildflowers, creating a tranquil woodland scene.

Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868