Launching of the Griffin. July 1679
George Catlin I, 1847/1848
- Sanatçı
- George Catlin I
- Tarih
- 1847/1848
- Tür
- Painting
- Teknik
- oil on canvas
- Boyutlar
- 37.8 × 56.2 cm
- Koleksiyon
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Lisans
- Kamu malı, CC0
Görsel açıklaması
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.