Artwork

Lakes and Mountains

Lakes and Mountains, by Alvan Fisher, oil
Lakes and Mountains, by Alvan Fisher, oil

Lakes and Mountains is an oil painting by Alvan Fisher. It is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

Lakes and Mountains is an oil painting by Alvan Fisher, a landscape work held at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene lake scene with a small waterfall, surrounded by trees and rocks, and mountains in the misty background, evoking a sense of tranquility and peacefulness.

Technique & Style

Fisher used oil paint to create a sense of depth and atmosphere, with the mist partially obscuring the mountains.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Alvan Fisher

Artist

Alvan Fisher

An American landscape painter in the 1800s, Alvan Fisher created sweeping mountain and lake views.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Lakes and Mountains?

Lakes and Mountains was painted by Alvan Fisher.

Where can I see Lakes and Mountains?

Lakes and Mountains is held by Museum of Fine Arts Boston.