Falling Springs

Woldemar Rau, after Edward Beyer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a waterfall flowing down a rocky cliff from a slightly elevated angle. The horizon is not distinctly defined. The top of the waterfall cascades from a cliff lined with trees. The brushstrokes are precise and detailed, typical of an illustrative print. Clear lines define the texture of the rocks and the movement of the water. The color palette features earthy tones of browns and greens, contrasting with the white and light gray of the waterfalls. Closest to us are large rocks and a stream of water. Figures are visible to the right. In the background, a row of trees creates a border.