The Fall of the Clyde
1809
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1809
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a dramatic waterfall crashing down rocky cliffs. In the foreground, three small figures—two reclining, one standing—rest on a flat rock by the water’s edge. The scene is dark and moody, with heavy clouds and thick trees framing the falls. The tiny human figures make the waterfall look huge and powerful. The artist used shading to create deep shadows and texture in the rocks and water. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this one make prints.
