Artwork
Mount Tacoma
Mount Tacoma is a gouache drawing by the Impressionist artist William Stanley Haseltine. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower right in brush and red-brown ink: W.S.H.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1899, this watercolor and gouache drawing by William Stanley Haseltine depicts a tranquil lakeside scene. Rendered on blue wove paper with an initial graphite sketch, the work combines delicate washes with subtle detailing to convey a serene natural setting.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a placid lake whose surface mirrors the sky, while a snow‑capped mountain looms in the distance. Bare trees line the right shore, their skeletal branches extending toward the water, suggesting a quiet, uninhabited landscape.
Technique & Style
Haseltine employed thin layers of watercolor and gouache, allowing light washes to build depth and atmosphere. The soft palette and gentle brushwork create a luminous effect, emphasizing the interplay of light on water and distant peaks.
History & Provenance
The drawing was completed at the close of the 19th century, a period when American artists increasingly explored Western vistas. It remains attributed to Haseltine, though specific ownership records after its creation are not documented in the available sources.
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Artist & collection
Artist
William Stanley Haseltine was born on June 11, 1835, in Philadelphia to John Haseltine, a successful businessman, and Elizabeth Shinn Haseltine, an amateur landscape painter.
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