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A View from Picturesque America

c. 1870s

$2,500
£1,899.24
€2,215.37
CA$3,581.16
A$3,632.97
CHF 2,066.40
MX$44,136.81
NOK 24,302.41
SEK 24,386.65
DKK 16,563.92

About the Item

A View from Picturesque America is a charming nineteenth-century American landscape inspired by the celebrated publication Picturesque America, edited by William Cullen Bryant and published by D. Appleton & Company in 1872. This influential two-volume work introduced Americans to the country's most remarkable natural scenery through richly illustrated engravings and descriptive essays, helping to shape a national appreciation for the beauty of the American landscape during the post-Civil War era. Characteristic of the American landscape tradition, the composition depicts a quiet woodland pond with a rustic boathouse nestled along the shoreline while a lone rowboat glides peacefully across the still water. The artist's sensitive treatment of light, reflection, and lush foliage evokes the tranquil beauty celebrated throughout Picturesque America, inviting the viewer into an idyllic scene where nature and everyday life exist in perfect harmony. The calm water mirrors the surrounding trees, creating a sense of stillness and contemplation that reflects the nineteenth century's growing appreciation for America's scenic treasures. Painted circa 1870s, this oil on canvas measures 9 x 13 inches and 12.5 x 16.5 inches framed. Inspired by one of the most influential illustrated publications of the nineteenth century, this work stands as a wonderful example of the enduring appeal of the American landscape tradition and the movement to celebrate the beauty and character of the nation's wilderness through art. This painting comes unsigned
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1870s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Fredericksburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2574218387112

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