Tennessee

"Tennessee," painted by Alexander H. Wyant in 1866, is a notable example of American landscape painting from the post-Civil War era, reflecting the artist's interest in the natural beauty of the American South. The work is characterized by its atmospheric effects and the use of light, typical of Wyant's style, though specific details regarding its provenance or exhibition history remain unknown.

Alexander H. Wyant's "Tennessee," painted in 1866, is a landscape composition measuring 34 3/4 x 53 3/4 inches (88.3 x 136.5 cm), characterized by its expansive depiction of the natural environment, with a focus on the interplay of light and shadow across a serene, verdant terrain. The painting employs a muted color palette, emphasizing the atmospheric effects and the tranquil mood of the scene, which is typical of Wyant's approach to capturing the American landscape.