View from Gambles Hill

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857, 1857

The image shows a panoramic view from Gambles Hill. In the foreground, a couple with a child walks on a pathway. Two horse-drawn carriages are also present. The horizon in the upper third shows rolling hills, buildings, and trees. A river flows through the scene, reflecting the sky. Detailed architecture includes various buildings and a structure with a central dome. Muted earthy tones create a serene atmosphere. The lithograph technique accentuates fine details in the buildings and landscape.
Artiste
Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857
Datation
1857
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Lithographie en couleurs sur papier vélin
Dimensions
29,85 × 50,17 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows a panoramic view from Gambles Hill. In the foreground, a couple with a child walks on a pathway. Two horse-drawn carriages are also present. The horizon in the upper third shows rolling hills, buildings, and trees. A river flows through the scene, reflecting the sky. Detailed architecture includes various buildings and a structure with a central dome. Muted earthy tones create a serene atmosphere. The lithograph technique accentuates fine details in the buildings and landscape.

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857