Artwork
A View of the Casconchiagon or Great Seneca Falls, Lake Ontario, North America, Taken on the Spot 1766
A View of the Casconchiagon or Great Seneca Falls, Lake Ontario, North America, Taken on the Spot 1766 is an unspecified painting by Thomas Davies. It dates from 1798 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Canada.
About this work
Overview
A View of the Casconchiagon or Great Seneca Falls, Lake Ontario, North America, Taken on the Spot 1766 is a painting by Thomas Davies, a British Army officer and artist, created in 1798 based on observations made in 1766.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Great Seneca Falls on Lake Ontario, showcasing a multi-level waterfall with surrounding landscape, people, and animals. The detailed rendering of trees and plants highlights the natural beauty of the scene.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its attention to detail and use of muted colors, effectively capturing the landscape's beauty. Davies' skill as a watercolor artist is evident in the painting's nuanced representation of the natural world.
History & Provenance
Thomas Davies, who served in the Royal Artillery and rose to the rank of Lieutenant-general, documented military operations and landscapes during his North American campaigns. This painting is based on observations made during one such campaign in 1766.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Davies FRS FLS (c. 1737 – 16 March 1812) was a British Army officer, artist, and naturalist. He was born c. 1737 in Shooter's Hill (London), England and died 16 March 1812 in Blackheath (London). He rose to the…
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