Roanoke Red Sulphur Spring
1857
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1857
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Roanoke Red Sulphur Spring is a 1857 ink by Edward Beyer, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a quiet town nestled in a green valley. Tall trees line a wide road, and small buildings sit near a gentle stream. In the distance, mountains rise softly under a light sky. A few people and horses move along the path, adding life to the scene. The title at the bottom, *Roanoke Red Sulphur Spring*, hints this might be a place known for its waters. The artist used smooth shading to make the trees and buildings look real and peaceful. If you like this style, check out the technique: lithography to see how prints like this were made.
Edward Beyer (1820–1865) was a German landscape painter who was active in the United States and became known for his depiction of the Antebellum South.
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