
Plate 23. On the Mountains of Green River
Russell, Andrew Joseph · American
1869
- Medium
- albumen silver print
- Classification
- Photograph
- Period
- 1851 to 1875
- Image size
- 7622 × 5873px
Description
The image shows a landscape view from a high vantage point looking across a rocky terrain. A steep cliff rises on the right side with people standing at the top. The horizon is placed low in the image, providing a panoramic view. In the distance, another rugged formation rises from the land. The color palette is monochromatic with earth tones. The scene conveys a sense of vastness and natural beauty.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).