The Waterfall

Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868, années 1860-années 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.
Artiste
Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868
Datation
années 1860-années 1870
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
watercolor and gouache over graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
42,23 × 35,24 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

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