The painting depicts a ceremonial gathering from an elevated perspective. The horizon line is high, showing a wide area with green hills, trees, and a vast sky with clouds. The brushwork is detailed, focusing on figures in ceremonial attire. The color palette is earthy with shades of green and brown. Groups of people are gathered, some on horseback or performing rituals. The artwork is contained within an oval frame on the canvas.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1861/1869
- Medium
- oil on card mounted on paperboard
- Dimensions
- 7552 × 5943 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original