Summer in South America

The artwork Summer in South America is a painting created by Frederic Edwin Church between 1850 and 1860. Currently, it is housed in the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center.

The painting depicts a serene river scene in South America. The warm hues of the sunset dominate the sky, casting a golden glow over the tranquil water. Lush vegetation lines the riverbanks, with towering palm trees and dense foliage creating a sense of tropical abundance. A lone sailboat drifts peacefully on the water, while a couple of figures are barely discernible on the shore. In the distance, the majestic peak of a volcano rises above the horizon, adding a touch of grandeur to the idyllic landscape.