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Hudson River Scene

John Frederick Kensett

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a large body of water surrounded by mountains. The water is calm and reflects the light from the sky. Several sailboats are scattered across the water. In the foreground, there is a grassy hillside with trees and rocks. A stone wall is partially visible on the right side of the image. The hillside slopes downward toward the water. The mountains in the background are covered in greenery and have a rugged appearance. The sky above is light blue with white and gray clouds. The overall atmosphere suggests a peaceful and idyllic scene. The title of the painting is "Hudson River Scene" by John Frederick Kensett.

Artwork Details

Date
1857
Medium
Oil on canvas
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 401 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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