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View in the "Grand Detour," Upper Missouri

George Catlin

National Gallery of Art

The painting depicts a river flowing diagonally from the lower left to the upper right. A canoe with three figures is visible in the water. Rolling hills are seen in the distance, with sunlight illuminating their surfaces. The color palette includes earthy tones, lush greens along the riverbanks, and a pale blue sky with clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
1861/1869
Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Dimensions
7611 × 5968 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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