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Buffalo, from Lake Erie

William James Bennett after John William Hill

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a view of Lake Erie with a harbor scene. Multiple boats, including a steamship and sailboats, are visible on the water. People are on the vessels. In the distance, there is a city skyline with various buildings and steeples. A tall lighthouse with a red dome is prominent on the right side. The sky has swirling clouds painted with broad brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement. The color palette is muted, with soft blues and grays for the sky and water, and earthy tones for the buildings.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1836
Medium
hand-colored aquatint with touches of engraving on wove paper
Dimensions
5181 × 3872 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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