1776
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Chute de la Tritt dans la vallée de Muhlethal is a 1776 ink by Charles-Melchior Descourtis, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a dramatic waterfall pouring over jagged rocks. A wooden bridge arches over the top, with a few people walking or standing on it. Below, more people are scattered near the water—some standing on rocks, others by the riverbank. A rainbow arcs over the falls, and birds fly near the cliffs. The artist paid close attention to how water and light mix, making the scene feel alive. The tiny figures help show how huge the landscape really is. Next, look into etching, drypoint, aquatint.
Charles-Melchior Descourtis (1753–1820) was a French artist, born in Paris.
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