Launching of the Griffin. July 1679
George Catlin I, 1847/1848
- Umetnik
- George Catlin I
- Datacija
- 1847/1848
- Vrsta
- Painting
- Tehnika
- oil on canvas
- Mere
- 37.8 × 56.2 cm
- Zbirka
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licenca
- Javna domena, CC0
Opis slike
The image shows a gathering of indigenous people along a waterway, with a large boat being maneuvered ashore. People on land and in canoes are raising their arms towards the boat. In the background, a crowd lines the shore, with a forest and sky in soft pink and gray hues. The style is characterized by detailed brushstrokes capturing textures and motion, with a vibrant natural color palette.