Buffalo, from Lake Erie

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836, pubblicato nel 1836

The image shows a view of Lake Erie with a harbor scene. Multiple boats, including a steamship and sailboats, are visible on the water. People are on the vessels. In the distance, there is a city skyline with various buildings and steeples. A tall lighthouse with a red dome is prominent on the right side. The sky has swirling clouds painted with broad brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement. The color palette is muted, with soft blues and grays for the sky and water, and earthy tones for the buildings.
Artista
Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836
Datazione
pubblicato nel 1836
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
hand-colored aquatint with touches of engraving on wove paper
Dimensioni
52,3 × 70,4 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows a view of Lake Erie with a harbor scene. Multiple boats, including a steamship and sailboats, are visible on the water. People are on the vessels. In the distance, there is a city skyline with various buildings and steeples. A tall lighthouse with a red dome is prominent on the right side. The sky has swirling clouds painted with broad brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement. The color palette is muted, with soft blues and grays for the sky and water, and earthy tones for the buildings.

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836