The Waterfall

Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868, jaren 1860-jaren 1870

The image shows a waterfall cascading down rocky terrain into a pool of water. Dense foliage obscures the horizon, and a figure fishes on a rocky outcrop. Fine, detailed brushstrokes depict textures like water and foliage. The color palette includes earthy greens and browns, cool blues and whites for water, and hints of yellow and orange for wildflowers, creating a tranquil woodland scene.
Kunstenaar
Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868
Datering
jaren 1860-jaren 1870
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
watercolor and gouache over graphite on paperboard
Afmetingen
42,23 × 35,24 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image shows a waterfall cascading down rocky terrain into a pool of water. Dense foliage obscures the horizon, and a figure fishes on a rocky outcrop. Fine, detailed brushstrokes depict textures like water and foliage. The color palette includes earthy greens and browns, cool blues and whites for water, and hints of yellow and orange for wildflowers, creating a tranquil woodland scene.

Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868