Niagara Falls

1899

William D. Murphy

Associated Names
William D. Murphy

Artist, American, 1859 - 1935

The image shows a waterfall cascading over a cliff. The viewpoint is slightly below the waterfall, highlighting its height. The horizon is not visible, focusing on the waterfall. A rocky cliff is on the right, guiding the eye upwards. Mist from the water drifts to the left, blending with the cloudy sky. The color scheme is sepia, giving the scene an old-fashioned feel. Textures of rocks and smooth water create contrast.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    photogravure in sepia on chine collé mounted on cream wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Anonymous Gift

  • Dimensions

    image: 12.5 x 16.9 cm (4 15/16 x 6 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 14.2 x 18.5 cm (5 9/16 x 7 5/16 in.)
    mount: 27.8 x 37.8 cm (10 15/16 x 14 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2002.120.24

  • Series Title

    American Pictorial Photography, Series I

Associated Artworks

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Beauty is Truth--Truth Beauty

F. Holland Day

1899

American Pictorial Photography, Series I

Various Artists

1899

The image shows a canal lined with buildings on both sides. A stone bridge spans the canal in the distance. There is mist in the air, creating a soft atmosphere. Gondolas are moored near the canal's edge, with their reflections visible in the water. The buildings in the background have intricate facades. The image is in a monochromatic palette of grays, blacks, and whites.

Reflections--Venice

Alfred Stieglitz

1899

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Private collection; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64169789

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