Artwork
Montreal from the Mountain and View of the St. Lawrence River

Montreal from the Mountain and View of the St. Lawrence River is an unspecified painting by Edward Walsh. It dates from 1803 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts. Montreal from the Mountain and View of the St.
About this work
Overview
Montreal from the Mountain and View of the St. Lawrence River is a painting created by Edward Walsh in 1803, currently held at the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape of Montreal from a mountain, showcasing the St. Lawrence River and a distant town surrounded by trees and fields.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of calmness, with the foreground featuring trees and rocks that add depth and texture to the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edward Walsh painted sweeping landscape views of early 19th-century Montreal, blending the city’s new streets with the river’s wide curves.











