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Niagara Falls from Foot of Staircase

John Hill, after William James Bennett

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a waterfall flowing down rocks into mist. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, showing the horizon, undulating landscapes, sky, and clouds. The waterfall is depicted with fine brushstrokes, conveying movement. Trees and vegetation are textured with varied strokes. The color palette includes browns, greens, whites, blues, grays, and a few figures with a dog on the rocky terrain.

Artwork Details

Date
1829
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint
Dimensions
3528 × 4567 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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