Rocky Mountain Landscape

The artwork Rocky Mountain Landscape is a painting, created in 1870 by Albert Bierstadt. Measuring 1.39 meters in width and 0.93 meters in height, this piece is currently housed in the White House.

The painting depicts a majestic mountain scene, likely inspired by the Rocky Mountains. Towering, snow-capped peaks pierce a dramatic sky filled with swirling clouds. Sunlight breaks through the clouds, illuminating the peaks and casting a warm glow on the lower half of the composition. A serene lake, reflecting the sky and mountains, dominates the foreground. On the left, a waterfall cascades down a rocky cliff face, while on the right, jagged, mist-shrouded peaks create a sense of depth and grandeur. A cluster of trees with autumn foliage anchors the left foreground, providing a sense of scale to the vast landscape. A few deer graze peacefully by the lake, adding a touch of life to the scene.