Fishing Scene by Nelson Augustus Moore. A lone fisherman stands on a rocky ledge by a rushing river set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a soft, clouded sky.

Fishing Scene

Nelson Augustus Moore

1870 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A tranquil 19th-century American landscape capturing a lone fisherman by a river in a valley.

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence with warm, lived-in color — asks little of the space around it.

Often works in
Living Room · Dining Room · Office
Placement
Strong over sofas, beds, buffets, or wider open walls
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Warm beige

About the piece

Created around 1870 by artist Nelson Augustus Moore, this oil on canvas work showcases the idyllic beauty of the American landscape. The painting features a lone figure fishing by white-capped rapids, set against the calm expanse of a winding river and the soft, sun-dappled hills of the New England countryside.

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