Niagara Falls

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850, 1847/1855

The image shows a cascading waterfall near the horizon, with the skyline positioned high above. The scene is depicted using soft brushstrokes to represent water and foliage. The color palette is limited to gray, white, and light earthy tones. On the right, rocky terrain and sparse vegetation are vaguely depicted. The water extends towards the viewer with minor ripples. In the distance, mist from the waterfall blends into the sky.
Kunstenaar
Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850
Datering
1847/1855
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
graphite and white gouache on green-gray wove paper
Afmetingen
31,5 × 48,8 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image shows a cascading waterfall near the horizon, with the skyline positioned high above. The scene is depicted using soft brushstrokes to represent water and foliage. The color palette is limited to gray, white, and light earthy tones. On the right, rocky terrain and sparse vegetation are vaguely depicted. The water extends towards the viewer with minor ripples. In the distance, mist from the waterfall blends into the sky.

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850