Mounting of the Guard

Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850, mid 19th century

The image shows a tranquil waterway surrounded by hills and foliage. On the horizon, there are buildings including a castle and a town with a flag-topped tower. The vegetation is depicted with thick brushstrokes, giving it texture. The color palette includes warm and earthy tones with hints of red. In the foreground, a couple stands by an embankment watching boats on the water. Birds fly low over the water in the distance.
Artista
Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850
Datazione
mid 19th century
Tipologia
Dipinto
Tecnica
Olio su tela
Dimensioni
67,5 × 100 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows a tranquil waterway surrounded by hills and foliage. On the horizon, there are buildings including a castle and a town with a flag-topped tower. The vegetation is depicted with thick brushstrokes, giving it texture. The color palette includes warm and earthy tones with hints of red. In the foreground, a couple stands by an embankment watching boats on the water. Birds fly low over the water in the distance.

Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850