Pastoral Scenes
Mt. Jefferson, Pinkham Notch, White Mountains
Jasper Francis Cropsey
A luminous 19th-century American landscape depicting the majestic peaks of the White Mountains in early autumn.
Mid 19th Century
Realist observation, academic portraiture, and luminous landscapes rooted in everyday life.
This period brings together quieter landscapes, portraiture, and richly observed scenes with a more intimate mood.
Traditional Still Lifes
From Nature in the Garden
Rubens Peale
A vibrant and detailed 19th-century floral still life featuring an abundant variety of garden blooms in an elegant basket.
Moody Landscapes
East Branch of the Ausable River
Asher Brown Durand
An atmospheric Hudson River School landscape featuring the sunlit cliffs and rushing waters of the Ausable River.