West Point, from above Washington Valley: Looking down the River
The image depicts an elevated view over a body of water with sailboats reflecting on the surface. The horizon is in the middle with hills, a shoreline, and buildings in the distance. The sky shows soft clouds on a partly cloudy day. The brushwork is detailed, creating a realistic scene with an earth tone color palette. People are seen on a hillside near the water, enjoying the view.
Artwork Details
- Date
- published 1834
- Medium
- hand-colored aquatint with touches of engraving on wove paper
- Dimensions
- 4740 × 3595 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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