1872
gouache
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Tower at Tower Falls, Yellowstone is a 1872 gouache by Thomas Moran, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a serene landscape of a waterfall, with a rocky cliff and a tall tower in the background. The water flows gently over the rocks, creating a sense of movement and tranquility. The artist's use of color and light adds depth and texture to the scene. In the foreground, the rocks and water are rendered in soft, muted tones, while the background is a warm, golden yellow. The overall effect is one of peacefulness and calm, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world of the painting. The artist's skillful use of watercolor and gouache techniques creates a sense of luminosity and depth, drawing the viewer's eye into the heart of the landscape. For more works by this artist, explore the paintings of Thomas Moran.
Thomas Moran (February 12, 1837 – August 25, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker of the Hudson River School in New York whose work often featured the Rocky Mountains.
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