Olyphant

c. 1863-1865

Thomas H. Johnson

Associated Names
Thomas H. Johnson

Artist, American, born 1821

The image shows a panoramic view of a town nestled in a valley. The scene includes small houses and buildings set against rolling hills in the distance. The horizon is high, near the top of the image, with softly blurred outlines of hills. The sepia tone provides a warm color palette. Wooden fences, trees, and a collection of houses and buildings are visible. Smoke rises from one of the structures, suggesting industrial activity. The scene conveys a peaceful, pastoral setting with signs of bustling life.

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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mary and Dan Solomon; purchase and gift to NGA, 2006.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right on support in gold letterpress: JOHNSON, Photographer, Scranton, Pa.; lower center on support in black letterpress: OLYPHANT. / DEL. & HUD. CANAL CO.

Wikidata ID

Q64170430

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