Musconetcong Glen

c. 1895

William H. Rau

Associated Names
William H. Rau

Artist, American, 1855 - 1920

The image shows a railway track curving through a forest. The track disappears into the dense trees that line both sides, creating a natural canopy framing the railway. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, offering a clear view of the tracks leading into the distance. The monochromatic sepia-toned photograph has deep shadows cast by the trees, highlighting their texture. The overall impression is one of tranquility and natural beauty, with the railway blending into the lush landscape.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    albumen silver print

  • Credit Line

    Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 43.7 × 52.1 cm (17 3/16 × 20 1/2 in.)
    mount: 49.7 × 60.6 cm (19 9/16 × 23 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2014.29.1.20

  • Series Title

    Property of the Lehigh Valley Central R.R. Co.

Associated Artworks

The image shows railway tracks curving through a hilly landscape covered with trees. The viewpoint is elevated, looking down on the scene. The horizon is high in the image where the sky meets the forested hills. The photo is realistic, capturing details of the trees and textures. The color palette is mainly sepia-toned with variations in brown and beige. It conveys a sense of tranquility and timelessness, contrasting the railway with the natural surroundings.

Musconetcong Curve

William H. Rau

1890

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(sale, Houser Auctioneers, Schnecksville, PA, 22 February 2014); (Vintage Works, Ltd., Chalfont, PA); NGA purchase, 2014.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

bottom left, in typeset letering printed through negative: 507 MUSCONETCONG GLEN. L.V.R.R.; bottom right: WILLIAM H. RAU, PHILA.

Wikidata ID

Q64170693

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