Falls of Niagara

Britische Grafik 1830–1839, 1833

The image shows a waterfall scene, likely Niagara Falls, from an elevated viewpoint on Goat Island. People are gathered on grass near trees, with picnic items on a cloth nearby. The sky meets distant land on the horizon, partially obscured by clouds. The falls are on the right, with water falling into mist, with a faint rainbow. The brushwork is detailed, capturing textures in foliage and water realistically. The color palette includes greens, browns, blues, and grays, enhancing the waterfall's presence.
Kunstenaar
Britische Grafik 1830–1839
Datering
1833
Soort
Prent
Techniek
aquatint with hand coloring on wove paper
Afmetingen
43,3 × 66,4 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image shows a waterfall scene, likely Niagara Falls, from an elevated viewpoint on Goat Island. People are gathered on grass near trees, with picnic items on a cloth nearby. The sky meets distant land on the horizon, partially obscured by clouds. The falls are on the right, with water falling into mist, with a faint rainbow. The brushwork is detailed, capturing textures in foliage and water realistically. The color palette includes greens, browns, blues, and grays, enhancing the waterfall's presence.

Britische Grafik 1830–1839