Artwork
View of Mount Washington
View of Mount Washington is an oil painting by the Hudson River School artist Alfred Thompson Bricher. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
About this work
Overview
View of Mount Washington is an oil painting by Alfred Thompson Bricher, created in 1864. The work is part of the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting presents a serene landscape featuring Mount Washington, reflected in a calm lake. A grassy foreground with trees and rocks leads the viewer's eye to the majestic mountain, while a small boat on the lake adds to the tranquil atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Bricher's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, with light and shadow playing across the landscape. The soft yellow hue of the sky contributes to the overall feeling of peacefulness.
Artist & collection
Museum
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
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