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Falls of Niagara

Charles Hunt after James Pattison Cockburn

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a waterfall scene, likely Niagara Falls, from an elevated viewpoint on Goat Island. People are gathered on grass near trees, with picnic items on a cloth nearby. The sky meets distant land on the horizon, partially obscured by clouds. The falls are on the right, with water falling into mist, with a faint rainbow. The brushwork is detailed, capturing textures in foliage and water realistically. The color palette includes greens, browns, blues, and grays, enhancing the waterfall's presence.

Artwork Details

Date
1833
Medium
aquatint with hand coloring on wove paper
Dimensions
10118 × 7401 px
Public Domain
Yes
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