View of Cataract Canyon, Colorado River

Frederick Samuel Dellenbaugh

Created:
Movement:
1895
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key Notes:
Canyon Landscape, Geological Detail
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Dimensions:
30 x 40 1/4 in. (76.2 x 102.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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View of Cataract Canyon, Colorado River by Frederick Samuel Dellenbaugh

Frederick Samuel Dellenbaugh (1853–1935) was an American artist and explorer known for his depictions of the American West. His painting, View of Cataract Canyon, Colorado River, created in 1895, is an oil on canvas work that captures the dramatic landscape of the Colorado River. Dellenbaugh's work is significant for its role in documenting the natural beauty of the American frontier during a period of rapid expansion and exploration. As a member of John Wesley Powell's second expedition down the Colorado River, Dellenbaugh's firsthand experiences informed his artistic practice, lending authenticity and detail to his landscapes. This painting not only serves as an artistic achievement but also as a historical record of the American West at the turn of the 20th century. Dellenbaugh's contributions to both art and exploration underscore the interconnectedness of visual art and geographical discovery during this era.

Description of the work:

View of Cataract Canyon, Colorado River by Frederick Samuel Dellenbaugh

Created in 1895, "View of Cataract Canyon, Colorado River" by Frederick Samuel Dellenbaugh is an oil on canvas painting that captures the dramatic landscape of the Colorado River's Cataract Canyon with meticulous attention to natural detail. The artwork exemplifies the American landscape painting tradition of the late 19th century, emphasizing the grandeur and rugged beauty of the American West.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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View of Cataract Canyon, Colorado River