First Sailing of the Griffin on Lake Erie. August 7, 1679

George Catlin I, 1847/1848

The painting depicts a coastal scene with various maritime and terrestrial activities. The horizon is high in the composition, with a sky displaying golden and orange hues. In the foreground, there are multiple small boats with figures and a larger ship further out. The brushstrokes are detailed and capture movement. The color palette includes turquoise waters, warm sky tones, green coastal foliage, and earthy land colors. In the distance, figures are gathered along the shore, with teepees visible further back.
Sanatçı
George Catlin I
Tarih
1847/1848
Tür
Painting
Teknik
oil on canvas
Boyutlar
37.8 × 56.5 cm
Koleksiyon
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lisans
Kamu malı, CC0

Görsel açıklaması

The painting depicts a coastal scene with various maritime and terrestrial activities. The horizon is high in the composition, with a sky displaying golden and orange hues. In the foreground, there are multiple small boats with figures and a larger ship further out. The brushstrokes are detailed and capture movement. The color palette includes turquoise waters, warm sky tones, green coastal foliage, and earthy land colors. In the distance, figures are gathered along the shore, with teepees visible further back.

George Catlin I