Rapids Above Hadley's Falls

Britische Grafik 1820–1830, 1822–1823

The image displays a rocky ledge by a river, where a person is fishing. The horizon is visible with distant hills and wooded areas. A rugged cliff covered with trees lines the river, showcasing the water's movement. The brushstroke style offers detailed texture to the surfaces and water. The color palette includes earth tones like browns and greens for the terrain, contrasting with cool blues and whites in the river. The sky is a muted gray, indicating an overcast day.
Artista
Britische Grafik 1820–1830
Fecha
1822–1823
Tipo
Estampa
Técnica
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on wove paper
Medidas
35,24 × 53,18 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image displays a rocky ledge by a river, where a person is fishing. The horizon is visible with distant hills and wooded areas. A rugged cliff covered with trees lines the river, showcasing the water's movement. The brushstroke style offers detailed texture to the surfaces and water. The color palette includes earth tones like browns and greens for the terrain, contrasting with cool blues and whites in the river. The sky is a muted gray, indicating an overcast day.

Britische Grafik 1820–1830