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Plate 28. Coal Beds of Bear River

Andrew Joseph Russell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a steep, rocky hill or mountain with a clear or slightly overcast sky at the top. A wooden structure or railing is partially visible at the bottom edge. Several individuals are near a dark opening in the hillside, likely the entrance to a tunnel or mine, with piles of earth nearby. The landscape features large rock formations and sparse vegetation. The color palette is monochromatic with sepia tones.

Artwork Details

Date
1869
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
7728 × 5729 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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