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Paul Roth

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This image shows a wide waterfall with water flowing down in thick streams. The perspective is slightly elevated from the left side. The horizon is not clearly visible due to mist from the water. A treeline is visible above the falls. Closest to us, there is a boat with smoke coming from its stack moving through the waters. To the left, there is a structure with a long narrow roof extending towards the water, perhaps a dock or walk path. The color palette is mainly sepia tones, giving the image an antique, monochromatic look with variations in brown and cream, highlighting the texture of the water and the landscape.
George Barker, Niagara Falls, c. 1890, albumen silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Paul Roth and Cyntia Karnes), 2015.19.5200

Niagara Falls

George Barker · c. 1890 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.5200