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On the Hudson River

Alexander Robertson

1798

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism 18th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

On the Hudson River is a 1798 ink by Alexander Robertson, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Alexander Robertson
When & what style?: 1798 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This landscape painting, titled "On the Hudson River," showcases a serene scene with a prominent tree in the foreground. The tree's branches stretch out towards the left, while its trunk is positioned on the right side of the image. In the background, a body of water is visible, accompanied by hills or mountains on the horizon. The artist has employed a range of line widths and densities to create depth and texture in the image. The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques adds to the overall sense of atmosphere and mood. The painting is a fine example of Romanticism, a movement that emphasized emotion and the beauty of nature. To learn more about this style and its key figures, explore the world of Romanticism.