The artwork entitled “Grand Canyon with Rainbow,” created by Thomas Moran in 1912 in the United States, is executed using oil on canvas. It belongs to the Romanticism movement and depicts a landscape, measuring 63.5 x 76.2 cm.
The artwork captures the grandeur of the Grand Canyon, highlighting its majestic peaks and deep valleys under a sky filled with billowing clouds. A rainbow casts a subtle, enchanting glow over the rugged landscape, adding a touch of ethereal beauty. In the foreground, trees perch on rocky outcrops, creating a strong contrast with the vast, luminous backdrop. This masterpiece combines vivid, warm tones with cool shadows, reflecting Moran’s ability to blend realism with romantic idealism, evoking both the power and serenity of nature.