Autumn on the Wissahickon (1864) by Thomas Moran

Autumn on the Wissahickon - Thomas Moran - 1864

Artwork Information

TitleAutumn on the Wissahickon
ArtistThomas Moran
Date1864
Art MovementRomanticism

About Autumn on the Wissahickon

“Autumn on the Wissahickon,” created by Thomas Moran in 1864, is a masterful landscape painting that belongs to the Romanticism art movement. The artwork vividly captures the serene beauty of nature during the autumn season and exemplifies the artist’s expertise in landscape genre painting.

The artwork depicts a tranquil scene along the Wissahickon Creek, highlighted by the rich, vibrant colors of autumn foliage. Trees displaying an array of reds, yellows, and oranges frame a winding creek that bisects the landscape. In the foreground, several cattle are seen grazing and drinking from the water, adding a peaceful pastoral element to the composition. The distant hills and luminous sky further enhance the sense of depth and natural grandeur. The meticulous details and warm color palette evoke a sense of calm and admiration for the splendor of the natural world, hallmark traits of the Romanticism movement.

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