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Plate 18. Valley of the Little Laramie River

Andrew Joseph Russell

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a landscape view from an elevated position. The horizon is located in the upper third of the composition, blending into the bright sky. In the foreground, there are grassy slopes, bushy foliage, and a meandering river partially hidden by trees. Further away, the land transitions into an open plain with sparse vegetation. The image uses subtle contrasts of light and dark to define the land features.

Artwork Details

Date
1869
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
7873 × 5517 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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