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Plate 29. Bear River City, near the Coal Fields

Andrew Joseph Russell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a historical photograph of a settlement in a mountainous area. It features a dirt pathway lined with wooden structures and tents. Hills with sparse vegetation are seen in the background. The closest structures are made of logs and timber, with one building showing a sign that reads "RESTAURANT." A person stands at the entrance. More wooden buildings and commercial signs can be seen further along the path. The color palette is earthy with browns and grays, typical of sepia-toned photography. The composition leads the eye along the path to where the settlement merges with the landscape.

Artwork Details

Date
1869
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
7336 × 5096 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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