Artwork

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, by Augustin Satra, unspecified, 1908
Niagara Falls, by Augustin Satra, unspecified, 1908

Niagara Falls is an unspecified painting by the American Impressionist artist Augustin Satra. It dates from 1908 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Niagara Falls is a landscape painting created by Augustin Satra around 1908, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a broad view of a waterfall cascading over rugged cliffs, with a choppy river below and a distant boat. The scene is characterized by the contrast between the turbulent water and the surrounding rocky terrain.

Technique & Style

Thick brushstrokes and impasto technique are used to convey the texture of the water and rocks, imbuing the scene with a sense of dynamism. Soft light highlights the spray of the falls, while the background remains subdued.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Augustin Satra

Artist

Augustin Satra

Augustin Satra (1877–1909) was an American artist, born in Kouřim.

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