Sugar Loaf Island, Farallons

1868/1869

Carleton E. Watkins

Associated Names
Carleton E. Watkins

Artist, American, 1829 - 1916

The image shows a rocky island viewed from an elevated point, displaying its rugged surface. The horizon is visible in the upper part of the image, leading into a foggy sky. The picture lacks visible brushstrokes, suggesting it is a photograph. The color scheme is predominantly earthy, with brown and beige tones. Sea lions populate the island's rocks, and the surrounding water appears misty. In the background, the ocean extends toward the hazy horizon, contrasting with the detailed rocks and wildlife.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    albumen silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 41.2 x 54.4 cm (16 1/4 x 21 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.36.127


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

David and Mary Robinson, Sausalito, CA; NGA purchase, 1995.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

1995

  • The First Century of Photography: New Acquisitions, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1995.

Bibliography

1989

  • Carleton E. Watkins: Photographs 1861-1874. San Francisco: Fraenkel Gallery, in Association with Bedford Arts, Publishers, 1989, illus. pl.72.

Inscriptions

by later hand, lower center in graphite: CEW.244.X

Wikidata ID

Q64145661

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