Viaduct on Cheat River, Baltimore & Ohio Railroad

Woldemar Rau, after Edward Beyer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a viaduct over the Cheat River as part of the B&O Railroad. The perspective is aerial, revealing the landscape below with hills, clouds, and the river. A bridge with trusses crosses the river, and hills covered in trees are visible in the background. Two men in 19th-century clothing stand on a rocky outcrop, one gesturing towards the viaduct. The scene is depicted in sepia tones, with detailed brushstrokes showing natural and man-made elements. The color scheme is earthy and warm, enhancing the historical and timeless feel of the image.