Niagara Falls from the American Side

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850, kiadva: 1840

The image shows a close-up view of Niagara Falls from the American side. The horizon is low, obscured by the waterfalls dominating the scene. The artwork depicts the water, rocks, cliffs, and trees with detailed precision. Earthy tones like grays and browns are used for rocks and cliffs, while soft blues and whites represent the water and mist. Mist rises from the falls where they crash into the river. A small boat with a few people is visible on the water.
Művész
Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850
Datálás
kiadva: 1840
Műfaj
Grafika
Technika
hand-colored aquatint with touches of engraving
Méretek
sheet (trimmed within plate mark): 51,8 × 64,8 cm
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

The image shows a close-up view of Niagara Falls from the American side. The horizon is low, obscured by the waterfalls dominating the scene. The artwork depicts the water, rocks, cliffs, and trees with detailed precision. Earthy tones like grays and browns are used for rocks and cliffs, while soft blues and whites represent the water and mist. Mist rises from the falls where they crash into the river. A small boat with a few people is visible on the water.

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850