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View from Fishkill Looking to West Point

John Hill after William Guy Wall

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a panoramic landscape from Fishkill looking towards West Point. The viewpoint is elevated, offering a wide view of the terrain. The horizon is prominently displayed high in the image, showing hills and sky meeting. The hills gently slope towards the horizon. The painting technique features detailed brushstrokes blending shades smoothly. The color scheme consists of soft earth tones, light blue for water and sky, and green hues. In the foreground, there are rocks, grass patches, and trees. Moving further, water bodies with islands and a few buildings can be seen. Larger hills appear in the distance, with sunlight peeking through the clouds casting rays on the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1825
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on wove paper
Dimensions
5048 × 3664 px
Public Domain
Yes
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