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Watkins Glen Scenery, Spiral Gorge

George F. Gates

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a narrow canyon with steep rock walls, a stream flowing through the rocky bed, layered rock formations, and a path with a wooden railing. The canyon walls frame the scene, giving a sense of enclosure. The rocks display erosion patterns and textures, and the color palette is sepia. The canyon stretches into the distance with the path running alongside it.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1860
Medium
stereoscopic albumen silver print
Dimensions
5252 × 2635 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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