Crossing the Ford, Platte River, Colorado
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$89.00
Crossing the Ford, Platte River, Colorado (1871) by Thomas Worthington Whittredge is a serene portrayal of the American West, focusing on the peaceful crossing of the Platte River by a group of Native Americans. The painting features a lush grove of trees framing the foreground, their reflections mirrored on the calm surface of the river. In the distance, the expansive plains stretch towards the horizon, leading the eye to the towering snow-capped mountains beyond. Whittredge’s use of light is subtle, casting a warm glow over the landscape and highlighting the details of the figures, vegetation, and distant terrain. The palette is composed of rich greens, earthy browns, and soft blues, creating a harmonious and tranquil atmosphere. This work exemplifies Whittredge’s skill in capturing the vastness and beauty of the American landscape while also conveying a sense of quietude and reflection, characteristic of the Hudson River School’s approach to depicting nature’s majesty.


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