Distant View of Niagara Falls

Distant View of Niagara Falls is a painting by George Catlin, created in 1830. It is currently in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago and measures 60.6 cm × 47.9 cm (23.9 in × 18.9 in). The painting depicts a wide view of Niagara Falls from a distance, with two Native Americans in traditional clothing standing on a rocky outcrop in the foreground, gazing at the cascading water. The falls are framed by lush autumn foliage, with the American side on the left and the Canadian side on the right. The sky above is a dramatic mix of storm clouds and breaking sunlight, adding to the grandeur and power of the scene.