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.
Kunstenaar
Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850
Datering
mid 19th century
Soort
Schilderij
Techniek
oil on canvas
Afmetingen
67,5 × 100 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

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