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Yosemite Falls, by Thomas Hill, oil, 1892

Yosemite Falls

Thomas Hill

1892

oil

canvas

From the collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Yosemite Falls is a 1892 oil by Thomas Hill, a American Impressionism work, held at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

Who painted this?
Thomas Hill
When & what style?
1892 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

About this work

The painting depicts a serene landscape of Yosemite Falls, with a large waterfall cascading down a rocky cliffside. The scene is set amidst lush greenery and trees, with a few figures visible in the distance. The artist's use of oil paint brings warmth and depth to the scene. In the foreground, the trees and foliage are rendered in vivid greens, while the rocky cliffside is depicted in earthy tones. The waterfall itself is a brilliant white, with subtle hints of blue and gray that suggest the misty veil that surrounds it. The painting's tranquil atmosphere invites the viewer to step into the natural beauty of Yosemite. If you're interested in exploring more works by the artist who created this piece, look up Thomas Hill.

About the artist

Portrait of Thomas Hill
Artist

Thomas Hill

Thomas Hill (September 11, 1829 – June 30, 1908) was an American artist of the 19th century.

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