Tower Falls, 110 Feet. Yellowstone National Park

c. 1885

F. Jay Haynes

Associated Names
F. Jay Haynes

Artist, American, 1853 - 1921

The image depicts a waterfall cascading down between large rock formations. The perspective highlights the vertical plunge of the waterfall, with rocky cliffs framing it. The horizon is obstructed by the cliffs and trees, which stand tall and are topped by a cluster of trees. The picture is in black and white, emphasizing textures and contrasts within the rocks and water. The waterfall is white against the darker tones of the rocks and vegetation. In the foreground, there is a rocky streambed and fallen logs. The composition evokes depth and grandeur, guiding the viewer's gaze along the water's path from the cliffs to the riverbed.

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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Andrew Smith Gallery, Santa Fe, NM); (Charles Isaacs Photographs Inc., New York), 2018; NGA purchase, 2019.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left printed in negative: No 3128 TOWER FALLS, 110 Feet; lower right: F. JAY HAYNES, FARGO, D.T.; bottom center of mount printed in black ink on applied label: TOWER FALLS. 110 Feet. / YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. / PHOTOGRAPHED AND PUBLISHED BY / F. Jay Haynes, Official Photographer N. P. R. R., Fargo, D. T.; on verso, by unknown hand, bottom center in graphite: FJH/1887


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