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Mountain Scene

Albert Bierstadt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oil painting of a mountain scene by Albert Bierstadt, depicting a large body of water with a small island in the middle, surrounded by mountains and trees. The water is dark green and reflects the surrounding landscape. A small island with green trees is in the center of the painting. In the background, there are several large mountains, one of which has a snow-covered peak illuminated by sunlight. The sky is blue with white clouds. Three birds are flying over the water in the foreground. The mountains are rugged and rocky, with some trees and vegetation on their slopes. The overall atmosphere is serene and peaceful.

Artwork Details

Date
1880–90
Medium
Oil on paper
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 413 px
Public Domain
Yes
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