Building by a Dam

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857, 1850–1860

The image depicts a rocky landscape with a small waterfall flowing into a stream or pool of water. In the background, there is a wooden building on a rock and a low structure or fence extending towards the center-right. The artwork features delicate and sketch-like brushwork and pencil strokes, capturing the textures of rocks and foliage with light, varied lines. The color palette is muted with soft greys, off-whites, and a hint of light blue sky. Trees and shrubs are visible in the distance, enhancing the sense of depth without disrupting the tranquil atmosphere created by the flowing water and rustic structure.
Művész
Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857
Datálás
1850–1860
Műfaj
Rajz
Technika
graphite over watercolor on wove paper
Méretek
13,34 × 21,27 cm
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

The image depicts a rocky landscape with a small waterfall flowing into a stream or pool of water. In the background, there is a wooden building on a rock and a low structure or fence extending towards the center-right. The artwork features delicate and sketch-like brushwork and pencil strokes, capturing the textures of rocks and foliage with light, varied lines. The color palette is muted with soft greys, off-whites, and a hint of light blue sky. Trees and shrubs are visible in the distance, enhancing the sense of depth without disrupting the tranquil atmosphere created by the flowing water and rustic structure.

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857