Rapids Above Hadley's Falls

Britische Grafik 1820–1830, 1822–1823

The image displays a rocky ledge by a river, where a person is fishing. The horizon is visible with distant hills and wooded areas. A rugged cliff covered with trees lines the river, showcasing the water's movement. The brushstroke style offers detailed texture to the surfaces and water. The color palette includes earth tones like browns and greens for the terrain, contrasting with cool blues and whites in the river. The sky is a muted gray, indicating an overcast day.
Kunstenaar
Britische Grafik 1820–1830
Datering
1822–1823
Soort
Prent
Techniek
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on wove paper
Afmetingen
35,24 × 53,18 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image displays a rocky ledge by a river, where a person is fishing. The horizon is visible with distant hills and wooded areas. A rugged cliff covered with trees lines the river, showcasing the water's movement. The brushstroke style offers detailed texture to the surfaces and water. The color palette includes earth tones like browns and greens for the terrain, contrasting with cool blues and whites in the river. The sky is a muted gray, indicating an overcast day.

Britische Grafik 1820–1830