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Falls of Vergennes, c. 1875-76 (oil on canvas)
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Falls of Vergennes, c. 1875-76 (oil on canvas)
3108879 Falls of Vergennes, c.1875-76 (oil on canvas) by Washburn, S. H. (fl.1875); 74x105 cm; Shelburne Museum, Vermont, USA; (add.info.: Scene shows falls and factories at Vergennes, Vermont. In the water are two sailboats. Four canoes or rowboats are moored at the foundation of one of the factory buildings at right. The falls with many large factory buildings above it is in the distance.); eShelburne Museum; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23111392
© Shelburne Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print titled "Falls of Vergennes, c. 1875-76" transports us back in time to the scenic town of Vergennes, Vermont. Painted by S. H. Washburn, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 74x105 cm and is housed at the Shelburne Museum in Vermont, USA. The artwork beautifully captures the majestic falls and bustling factories that defined Vergennes during that era. In the foreground, we see two sailboats gracefully gliding across the water, adding a touch of serenity to the industrial landscape. Moored at one of the factory buildings are four canoes or rowboats, hinting at leisurely activities enjoyed by locals. In the distance, towering factory buildings dominate the skyline above the falls - a testament to Vermont's thriving manufacturing industry at that time. The painting skillfully showcases both natural beauty and human ingenuity coexisting harmoniously. With its detailed depiction of architecture and transportation vessels like tugboats dotting the riverbank, this artwork offers a glimpse into daily life in late 19th-century America. It evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when sailboats were a common sight along riverside towns. As we admire this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, let it serve as a reminder of our rich history and how art has always been an invaluable medium for capturing moments frozen in time.
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