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Landscape composition with waterfall and temple, by Samuel Jackson, watercolor, 1815

Landscape composition with waterfall and temple

Samuel Jackson

1815

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape composition with waterfall and temple is a 1815 watercolor by Samuel Jackson, a Hudson River School Movement work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Samuel Jackson
When & what style?
1815 · Hudson River School Movement
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a waterfall and a temple in the distance. The scene is set in a forest with tall trees, and the sky is a soft blend of colors. In the foreground, there are rocks and bushes, and a small figure is visible in the distance. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The use of watercolor gives the painting a delicate and dreamy quality. The overall effect is one of tranquility and peace. If you're interested in learning more about the Romanticism movement, which this painting is a part of, you might want to explore the works of other artists who were associated with this style.

The story of this work

Overview

A landscape composition featuring a waterfall and a temple was created by Samuel Jackson in 1815 and includes his signature.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

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