Black and white drawing of a large waterfall. The waterfall is large with a significant amount of water flowing over it, creating a misty effect at the base. The water flows down several large rocks in the foreground. The waterfall appears to be surrounded by rocky cliffs. The sky appears to be overcast. The drawing is titled "American Falls, Niagara" and was created by Jasper Francis Cropsey.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1855
- Medium
- Graphite and white gouache on dark buff-colored wove paper
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 569 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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