Yosemite Valley

The artwork titled "Yosemite Valley" is a painting, made by an unknown author between 1800 and 1900. It is currently held at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. The painting has a width of 0.495 meters and a height of 0.413 meters.

The painting depicts a lush green valley floor in the foreground, likely Yosemite Valley as suggested by the title. Towering dark green and blue mountains rise in the background, partially shrouded in a hazy mist that creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. A cluster of evergreen trees in varying shades of green anchors the middle ground, their dark silhouettes contrasting against the lighter, fog-filled valley. The overall palette is muted and naturalistic, with a focus on greens, blues, and browns. The style suggests a Romantic or Barbizon School influence, emphasizing the awe-inspiring power and grandeur of nature.