The Beetle Crevice

George Catlin II, 1854/1869

The image shows a canyon from a high vantage point. The oval-shaped canyon is framed within a square canvas. The horizon is positioned towards the upper part of the image with sky and clouds. On the horizon, there are rock formations and greenery. The right side of the image shows a cliff edge with small figures engaged in activities. The brushstrokes are fluid and subtle, particularly in the sky and rock textures, creating depth. The color palette consists of earthy tones like browns and greens for the rocks and vegetation, contrasting with the bright sky. The scene depicts an expansive and rugged terrain with a river running through it.
Artista
George Catlin II
Datazione
1854/1869
Tipologia
Dipinto
Tecnica
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Dimensioni
55 × 62,3 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows a canyon from a high vantage point. The oval-shaped canyon is framed within a square canvas. The horizon is positioned towards the upper part of the image with sky and clouds. On the horizon, there are rock formations and greenery. The right side of the image shows a cliff edge with small figures engaged in activities. The brushstrokes are fluid and subtle, particularly in the sky and rock textures, creating depth. The color palette consists of earthy tones like browns and greens for the rocks and vegetation, contrasting with the bright sky. The scene depicts an expansive and rugged terrain with a river running through it.

George Catlin II