Artwork
View from Little Sewell Mountain, No. 1
View from Little Sewell Mountain, No. 1 is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Edward Beyer. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. View from Little Sewell Mountain, No.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:text on stone: Album of Virginia. / Taken from Nature by Ed. Beyer / Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1857 by Ed. Beyer in the Clerks Office of the District of Virginia / Lith. Anst. v. W. Loeillot in Berlin. / View from Little Sewell Mountain No. 1. / Fayette County Va.
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Overview
View from Little Sewell Mountain, No. 1 is a color lithograph on wove paper created by Edward Beyer in 1857. It depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills and distant mountains.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a tranquil scene with a small house, fields, and sparse trees, capturing the topography of the Antebellum South. The title indicates the viewpoint is from Little Sewell Mountain, offering a glimpse into the region's scenery.
Technique & Style
Beyer used lithography to create the image, allowing for layered colors. The resulting print features soft, blended hues that evoke a sense of calm.
History & Provenance
Edward Beyer, a German landscape painter active in the United States, produced this work during his time documenting the Antebellum South's landscapes.
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Artist
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.
