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POTOMAC RIVER. View of the Potomac River above Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Wood engraving by Granville Perkins, late 19th century
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POTOMAC RIVER. View of the Potomac River above Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Wood engraving by Granville Perkins, late 19th century
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Granville Perkin Perkins Potomac River Row Boat South East Tree
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This wood engraving by Granville Perkins, created in the late 19th century, showcases a breathtaking view of the Potomac River above Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. The artist's intricate details and skilled technique bring this scene to life, capturing the essence of a serene moment in time. The print transports us to the South East region of America during this period, where we find ourselves immersed in a picturesque landscape. Towering trees frame the riverbanks, their branches reaching towards the sky as if trying to touch eternity. The calm waters of the Potomac River flow gently downstream, reflecting the beauty that surrounds it. Intriguingly placed within this idyllic setting is a rowboat gliding across the river's surface. It adds an element of human presence amidst nature's grandeur and invites us to ponder who might be navigating these tranquil waters and what stories they carry with them. Granville Perkins' masterful engraving captures not only a physical location but also evokes emotions and prompts contemplation about our connection with nature. As we gaze upon this artwork from The Granger Collection, we are reminded of how art has always been able to transport us through time and space – allowing us to experience moments long gone yet forever preserved on paper.
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