Lake Mendota, Madison, Wisconsin
1870
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
1870
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
This painting shows a lake scene with a few boats on the water and some trees and bushes on the shore. The sky is cloudy, and the water has small waves. In the distance, there are some buildings and trees along the lake's edge. The painting is done in oil paint and has a realistic style. The painting is held at the Brooklyn Museum. You might also like the work of artist Joseph Rusling Meeker.