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John Ward of Hull - British, 1798 - 1849
The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella", c. 1840
West Building, Main Floor — Gallery 91
Three tall sailing ships, each with three masts and full sails, float in calm, arctic waters, surrounded by fragments of icebergs and ice floes amid a smattering of arctic animals in this horizontal landscape painting. The horizon line comes about a quarter of the way up the composition so the sails and rigging of the ships are shown against the sky. The clouds have ivory tops and lavender-purple undersides, and they curve in a C-shaped bank to cover most of the left half of the painting and to span the horizon. The three ships closest to us are spaced evenly across the composition, with the left-most the closest, and therefore the largest. The ship to our right is set a bit farther back, and the center ship is the farthest away. A rowboat holding several men has pulled alongside the boat to our left, and more men haul massive slabs of whale blubber up the side of the ship. Others walk on an ice floe nearby. Close inspection reveals more rowboats around and beyond these ships, and several more ships fading into the hazy distance along the horizon. Jagged edged chunks of icebergs as tall as the ships float around them. Closer to us, a trio of seals sits on an ice floe near the lower center of the composition, and a polar bear stands nose to nose with a cub to our right. Two narwhal whales with long tusks break the surface of the water between us and the ships, as does a whale’s tail near the boat to our right. Two walruses with long tusks sit on a floe near the center ship. A couple dozen birds, many white with black wing tips, fly low over the surface of the water across the painting.
The city of Hull, an important British port for commercial and fishing fleets, was a center for whaling until the middle of the nineteenth century. During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it attracted a number of accomplished marine painters. John Ward, one of the finest of these artists, enjoyed wide patronage from ship owners and merchants and produced numerous ship portraits and harbor views. His most original and striking works are whaling scenes he painted from the early 1820s to the early 1840s. He began exhibiting such works at the Royal Academy, the British Institution, and the Royal Society of British Artists in London in the 1830s, bringing him recognition beyond his hometown.
The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella" was unknown to modern scholarship on Ward until its appearance at auction in September 2006. Several other similar paintings of the Swan and the Isabella are extant, each with variations in the placement of the ships, the details of human activity, and the variety of marine animals shown. The Gallery's newly acquired picture is among the most beautifully painted of all Ward's creations. The two principal ships are painstakingly rendered to capture exact details of rigging and overall form, while other vessels are depicted in the distance. Ice floes drift on the sea, and icebergs loom in the background. The scene is filled with activities associated with whaling: strips of whale flesh are loaded on the Swan at the left; a long boat tows a dead whale in the middle distance; and a boat pursues a sounding whale near the Isabella at the right. Most remarkable is the array of wildlife present, including three seals and pairs of polar bears, walruses, and narwhales; seagulls skim the water and ice, searching for, and in some cases finding, morsels of blubber.
The Gallery's collection has only a few marine pictures by British artists and none depicting an Arctic scene. The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella," with its charming and appealing subject and the exceptionally fine aesthetic level of its realization, is thus an important and welcome addition.
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The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC is a world-class art museum that displays one of the largest collections of masterpieces in the world including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture, and decorative arts from the 13th century to the present. The National Gallery of Art collection includes an extensive survey of works of American, British, Italian, Flemish, Spanish, Dutch, French and German art. With its prime location on the National Mall, surrounded by the Smithsonian Institution, visitors often think that the museum is a part of the Smithsonian. It is a separate entity and is supported by a combination of private and public funds. Admission is free. The museum offers a wide range of educational programs, lectures, guided tours, films, and concerts.
The original neoclassical building, the West Building includes European (13th-early 20th century) and American (18th-early 20th century) paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and temporary exhibitions. The National Gallery of Art was opened to the public in 1941 with funds provided by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The original collection of masterpieces was provided by Mellon, who was the U. S. Secretary of the Treasury and ambassador to Britain in the 1930s. Mellon collected European masterpieces and many of the Gallery’s original works were once owned by Catherine II of Russia and purchased in the early 1930s by Mellon from the Hermitage Museum in Leningrad.
The core collection includes major works of art donated by Paul Mellon, Ailsa Mellon Bruce, Lessing J. Rosenwald, Samuel Henry Kress, Rush Harrison Kress, Peter Arrell Browne Widener, Joseph E. Widener, and Chester Dale. The Gallery's collection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture, medals, and decorative arts traces the development of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present, including the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas and the largest mobile created by Alexander Calder.
The NGA's collection galleries and Sculpture Garden display European and American paintings, sculpture, works on paper, photographs, and decorative arts. Paintings in the permanent collection date from the Middle Ages to the present. The Italian Renaissance collection includes two panels from Duccio's Maesta, the tondo of the Adoration of the Magi by Fra Angelico and Filippo Lippi, a Botticelli work on the same subject, Giorgione's Allendale Nativity, Giovanni Bellini's The Feast of the Gods, Ginevra de' Benci (the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas) and groups of works by Titian and Raphael.
The collections include paintings by many European masters, including a version of Saint Martin and the Beggar, by El Greco, and works by Matthias Grünewald, Cranach the Elder, Rogier van der Weyden, Albrecht Dürer, Frans Hals, Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer, Francisco Goya, Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, and Eugène Delacroix, among others. The collection of sculpture and decorative arts includes such works as the Chalice of Abbot Suger of St-Denis and a collection of work by Auguste Rodin and Edgar Degas. Other highlights of the permanent collection include the second of the two original sets of Thomas Cole's series of paintings titled The Voyage of Life, (the first set is at the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute in Utica, New York) and the original version of Watson and the Shark by John Singleton Copley (two other versions are in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Detroit Institute of Arts).
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Gallery_of_Art
Andrew W. Mellon, who pledged both the resources to construct the National Gallery of Art as well as his high-quality art collection, is rightly known as the founder of the gallery. But his bequest numbered less than two hundred paintings and sculptures—not nearly enough to fill the gallery’s massive rooms. This, however, was a feature, not a failure of Mellon’s vision; he anticipated that the gallery eventually would be filled not only by his own collection, but also by additional donations from other private collectors. By design, then, it was both Andrew Mellon and those who followed his lead—among them, eight men and women known as the Founding Benefactors—to whom the gallery owes its premier reputation as a national art museum. At the gallery’s opening in 1941, President Roosevelt stated, “the dedication of this Gallery to a living past, and to a greater and more richly living future, is the measure of the earnestness of our intention that the freedom of the human spirit shall go on.”
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John Ward of Hull - British, 1798 - 1849
The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella", c. 1840
West Building, Main Floor — Gallery 91
Three tall sailing ships, each with three masts and full sails, float in calm, arctic waters, surrounded by fragments of icebergs and ice floes amid a smattering of arctic animals in this horizontal landscape painting. The horizon line comes about a quarter of the way up the composition so the sails and rigging of the ships are shown against the sky. The clouds have ivory tops and lavender-purple undersides, and they curve in a C-shaped bank to cover most of the left half of the painting and to span the horizon. The three ships closest to us are spaced evenly across the composition, with the left-most the closest, and therefore the largest. The ship to our right is set a bit farther back, and the center ship is the farthest away. A rowboat holding several men has pulled alongside the boat to our left, and more men haul massive slabs of whale blubber up the side of the ship. Others walk on an ice floe nearby. Close inspection reveals more rowboats around and beyond these ships, and several more ships fading into the hazy distance along the horizon. Jagged edged chunks of icebergs as tall as the ships float around them. Closer to us, a trio of seals sits on an ice floe near the lower center of the composition, and a polar bear stands nose to nose with a cub to our right. Two narwhal whales with long tusks break the surface of the water between us and the ships, as does a whale’s tail near the boat to our right. Two walruses with long tusks sit on a floe near the center ship. A couple dozen birds, many white with black wing tips, fly low over the surface of the water across the painting.
The city of Hull, an important British port for commercial and fishing fleets, was a center for whaling until the middle of the nineteenth century. During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it attracted a number of accomplished marine painters. John Ward, one of the finest of these artists, enjoyed wide patronage from ship owners and merchants and produced numerous ship portraits and harbor views. His most original and striking works are whaling scenes he painted from the early 1820s to the early 1840s. He began exhibiting such works at the Royal Academy, the British Institution, and the Royal Society of British Artists in London in the 1830s, bringing him recognition beyond his hometown.
The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella" was unknown to modern scholarship on Ward until its appearance at auction in September 2006. Several other similar paintings of the Swan and the Isabella are extant, each with variations in the placement of the ships, the details of human activity, and the variety of marine animals shown. The Gallery's newly acquired picture is among the most beautifully painted of all Ward's creations. The two principal ships are painstakingly rendered to capture exact details of rigging and overall form, while other vessels are depicted in the distance. Ice floes drift on the sea, and icebergs loom in the background. The scene is filled with activities associated with whaling: strips of whale flesh are loaded on the Swan at the left; a long boat tows a dead whale in the middle distance; and a boat pursues a sounding whale near the Isabella at the right. Most remarkable is the array of wildlife present, including three seals and pairs of polar bears, walruses, and narwhales; seagulls skim the water and ice, searching for, and in some cases finding, morsels of blubber.
The Gallery's collection has only a few marine pictures by British artists and none depicting an Arctic scene. The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella," with its charming and appealing subject and the exceptionally fine aesthetic level of its realization, is thus an important and welcome addition.
________________________________
The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC is a world-class art museum that displays one of the largest collections of masterpieces in the world including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture, and decorative arts from the 13th century to the present. The National Gallery of Art collection includes an extensive survey of works of American, British, Italian, Flemish, Spanish, Dutch, French and German art. With its prime location on the National Mall, surrounded by the Smithsonian Institution, visitors often think that the museum is a part of the Smithsonian. It is a separate entity and is supported by a combination of private and public funds. Admission is free. The museum offers a wide range of educational programs, lectures, guided tours, films, and concerts.
The original neoclassical building, the West Building includes European (13th-early 20th century) and American (18th-early 20th century) paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and temporary exhibitions. The National Gallery of Art was opened to the public in 1941 with funds provided by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The original collection of masterpieces was provided by Mellon, who was the U. S. Secretary of the Treasury and ambassador to Britain in the 1930s. Mellon collected European masterpieces and many of the Gallery’s original works were once owned by Catherine II of Russia and purchased in the early 1930s by Mellon from the Hermitage Museum in Leningrad.
The core collection includes major works of art donated by Paul Mellon, Ailsa Mellon Bruce, Lessing J. Rosenwald, Samuel Henry Kress, Rush Harrison Kress, Peter Arrell Browne Widener, Joseph E. Widener, and Chester Dale. The Gallery's collection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture, medals, and decorative arts traces the development of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present, including the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas and the largest mobile created by Alexander Calder.
The NGA's collection galleries and Sculpture Garden display European and American paintings, sculpture, works on paper, photographs, and decorative arts. Paintings in the permanent collection date from the Middle Ages to the present. The Italian Renaissance collection includes two panels from Duccio's Maesta, the tondo of the Adoration of the Magi by Fra Angelico and Filippo Lippi, a Botticelli work on the same subject, Giorgione's Allendale Nativity, Giovanni Bellini's The Feast of the Gods, Ginevra de' Benci (the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas) and groups of works by Titian and Raphael.
The collections include paintings by many European masters, including a version of Saint Martin and the Beggar, by El Greco, and works by Matthias Grünewald, Cranach the Elder, Rogier van der Weyden, Albrecht Dürer, Frans Hals, Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer, Francisco Goya, Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, and Eugène Delacroix, among others. The collection of sculpture and decorative arts includes such works as the Chalice of Abbot Suger of St-Denis and a collection of work by Auguste Rodin and Edgar Degas. Other highlights of the permanent collection include the second of the two original sets of Thomas Cole's series of paintings titled The Voyage of Life, (the first set is at the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute in Utica, New York) and the original version of Watson and the Shark by John Singleton Copley (two other versions are in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Detroit Institute of Arts).
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Gallery_of_Art
Andrew W. Mellon, who pledged both the resources to construct the National Gallery of Art as well as his high-quality art collection, is rightly known as the founder of the gallery. But his bequest numbered less than two hundred paintings and sculptures—not nearly enough to fill the gallery’s massive rooms. This, however, was a feature, not a failure of Mellon’s vision; he anticipated that the gallery eventually would be filled not only by his own collection, but also by additional donations from other private collectors. By design, then, it was both Andrew Mellon and those who followed his lead—among them, eight men and women known as the Founding Benefactors—to whom the gallery owes its premier reputation as a national art museum. At the gallery’s opening in 1941, President Roosevelt stated, “the dedication of this Gallery to a living past, and to a greater and more richly living future, is the measure of the earnestness of our intention that the freedom of the human spirit shall go on.”
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John Ward of Hull - British, 1798 - 1849
The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella", c. 1840
West Building, Main Floor — Gallery 91
Three tall sailing ships, each with three masts and full sails, float in calm, arctic waters, surrounded by fragments of icebergs and ice floes amid a smattering of arctic animals in this horizontal landscape painting. The horizon line comes about a quarter of the way up the composition so the sails and rigging of the ships are shown against the sky. The clouds have ivory tops and lavender-purple undersides, and they curve in a C-shaped bank to cover most of the left half of the painting and to span the horizon. The three ships closest to us are spaced evenly across the composition, with the left-most the closest, and therefore the largest. The ship to our right is set a bit farther back, and the center ship is the farthest away. A rowboat holding several men has pulled alongside the boat to our left, and more men haul massive slabs of whale blubber up the side of the ship. Others walk on an ice floe nearby. Close inspection reveals more rowboats around and beyond these ships, and several more ships fading into the hazy distance along the horizon. Jagged edged chunks of icebergs as tall as the ships float around them. Closer to us, a trio of seals sits on an ice floe near the lower center of the composition, and a polar bear stands nose to nose with a cub to our right. Two narwhal whales with long tusks break the surface of the water between us and the ships, as does a whale’s tail near the boat to our right. Two walruses with long tusks sit on a floe near the center ship. A couple dozen birds, many white with black wing tips, fly low over the surface of the water across the painting.
The city of Hull, an important British port for commercial and fishing fleets, was a center for whaling until the middle of the nineteenth century. During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it attracted a number of accomplished marine painters. John Ward, one of the finest of these artists, enjoyed wide patronage from ship owners and merchants and produced numerous ship portraits and harbor views. His most original and striking works are whaling scenes he painted from the early 1820s to the early 1840s. He began exhibiting such works at the Royal Academy, the British Institution, and the Royal Society of British Artists in London in the 1830s, bringing him recognition beyond his hometown.
The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella" was unknown to modern scholarship on Ward until its appearance at auction in September 2006. Several other similar paintings of the Swan and the Isabella are extant, each with variations in the placement of the ships, the details of human activity, and the variety of marine animals shown. The Gallery's newly acquired picture is among the most beautifully painted of all Ward's creations. The two principal ships are painstakingly rendered to capture exact details of rigging and overall form, while other vessels are depicted in the distance. Ice floes drift on the sea, and icebergs loom in the background. The scene is filled with activities associated with whaling: strips of whale flesh are loaded on the Swan at the left; a long boat tows a dead whale in the middle distance; and a boat pursues a sounding whale near the Isabella at the right. Most remarkable is the array of wildlife present, including three seals and pairs of polar bears, walruses, and narwhales; seagulls skim the water and ice, searching for, and in some cases finding, morsels of blubber.
The Gallery's collection has only a few marine pictures by British artists and none depicting an Arctic scene. The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella," with its charming and appealing subject and the exceptionally fine aesthetic level of its realization, is thus an important and welcome addition.
________________________________
The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC is a world-class art museum that displays one of the largest collections of masterpieces in the world including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture, and decorative arts from the 13th century to the present. The National Gallery of Art collection includes an extensive survey of works of American, British, Italian, Flemish, Spanish, Dutch, French and German art. With its prime location on the National Mall, surrounded by the Smithsonian Institution, visitors often think that the museum is a part of the Smithsonian. It is a separate entity and is supported by a combination of private and public funds. Admission is free. The museum offers a wide range of educational programs, lectures, guided tours, films, and concerts.
The original neoclassical building, the West Building includes European (13th-early 20th century) and American (18th-early 20th century) paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and temporary exhibitions. The National Gallery of Art was opened to the public in 1941 with funds provided by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The original collection of masterpieces was provided by Mellon, who was the U. S. Secretary of the Treasury and ambassador to Britain in the 1930s. Mellon collected European masterpieces and many of the Gallery’s original works were once owned by Catherine II of Russia and purchased in the early 1930s by Mellon from the Hermitage Museum in Leningrad.
The core collection includes major works of art donated by Paul Mellon, Ailsa Mellon Bruce, Lessing J. Rosenwald, Samuel Henry Kress, Rush Harrison Kress, Peter Arrell Browne Widener, Joseph E. Widener, and Chester Dale. The Gallery's collection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture, medals, and decorative arts traces the development of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present, including the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas and the largest mobile created by Alexander Calder.
The NGA's collection galleries and Sculpture Garden display European and American paintings, sculpture, works on paper, photographs, and decorative arts. Paintings in the permanent collection date from the Middle Ages to the present. The Italian Renaissance collection includes two panels from Duccio's Maesta, the tondo of the Adoration of the Magi by Fra Angelico and Filippo Lippi, a Botticelli work on the same subject, Giorgione's Allendale Nativity, Giovanni Bellini's The Feast of the Gods, Ginevra de' Benci (the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas) and groups of works by Titian and Raphael.
The collections include paintings by many European masters, including a version of Saint Martin and the Beggar, by El Greco, and works by Matthias Grünewald, Cranach the Elder, Rogier van der Weyden, Albrecht Dürer, Frans Hals, Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer, Francisco Goya, Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, and Eugène Delacroix, among others. The collection of sculpture and decorative arts includes such works as the Chalice of Abbot Suger of St-Denis and a collection of work by Auguste Rodin and Edgar Degas. Other highlights of the permanent collection include the second of the two original sets of Thomas Cole's series of paintings titled The Voyage of Life, (the first set is at the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute in Utica, New York) and the original version of Watson and the Shark by John Singleton Copley (two other versions are in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Detroit Institute of Arts).
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Gallery_of_Art
Andrew W. Mellon, who pledged both the resources to construct the National Gallery of Art as well as his high-quality art collection, is rightly known as the founder of the gallery. But his bequest numbered less than two hundred paintings and sculptures—not nearly enough to fill the gallery’s massive rooms. This, however, was a feature, not a failure of Mellon’s vision; he anticipated that the gallery eventually would be filled not only by his own collection, but also by additional donations from other private collectors. By design, then, it was both Andrew Mellon and those who followed his lead—among them, eight men and women known as the Founding Benefactors—to whom the gallery owes its premier reputation as a national art museum. At the gallery’s opening in 1941, President Roosevelt stated, “the dedication of this Gallery to a living past, and to a greater and more richly living future, is the measure of the earnestness of our intention that the freedom of the human spirit shall go on.”
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John Ward of Hull - British, 1798 - 1849
The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella", c. 1840
West Building, Main Floor — Gallery 91
Three tall sailing ships, each with three masts and full sails, float in calm, arctic waters, surrounded by fragments of icebergs and ice floes amid a smattering of arctic animals in this horizontal landscape painting. The horizon line comes about a quarter of the way up the composition so the sails and rigging of the ships are shown against the sky. The clouds have ivory tops and lavender-purple undersides, and they curve in a C-shaped bank to cover most of the left half of the painting and to span the horizon. The three ships closest to us are spaced evenly across the composition, with the left-most the closest, and therefore the largest. The ship to our right is set a bit farther back, and the center ship is the farthest away. A rowboat holding several men has pulled alongside the boat to our left, and more men haul massive slabs of whale blubber up the side of the ship. Others walk on an ice floe nearby. Close inspection reveals more rowboats around and beyond these ships, and several more ships fading into the hazy distance along the horizon. Jagged edged chunks of icebergs as tall as the ships float around them. Closer to us, a trio of seals sits on an ice floe near the lower center of the composition, and a polar bear stands nose to nose with a cub to our right. Two narwhal whales with long tusks break the surface of the water between us and the ships, as does a whale’s tail near the boat to our right. Two walruses with long tusks sit on a floe near the center ship. A couple dozen birds, many white with black wing tips, fly low over the surface of the water across the painting.
The city of Hull, an important British port for commercial and fishing fleets, was a center for whaling until the middle of the nineteenth century. During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it attracted a number of accomplished marine painters. John Ward, one of the finest of these artists, enjoyed wide patronage from ship owners and merchants and produced numerous ship portraits and harbor views. His most original and striking works are whaling scenes he painted from the early 1820s to the early 1840s. He began exhibiting such works at the Royal Academy, the British Institution, and the Royal Society of British Artists in London in the 1830s, bringing him recognition beyond his hometown.
The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella" was unknown to modern scholarship on Ward until its appearance at auction in September 2006. Several other similar paintings of the Swan and the Isabella are extant, each with variations in the placement of the ships, the details of human activity, and the variety of marine animals shown. The Gallery's newly acquired picture is among the most beautifully painted of all Ward's creations. The two principal ships are painstakingly rendered to capture exact details of rigging and overall form, while other vessels are depicted in the distance. Ice floes drift on the sea, and icebergs loom in the background. The scene is filled with activities associated with whaling: strips of whale flesh are loaded on the Swan at the left; a long boat tows a dead whale in the middle distance; and a boat pursues a sounding whale near the Isabella at the right. Most remarkable is the array of wildlife present, including three seals and pairs of polar bears, walruses, and narwhales; seagulls skim the water and ice, searching for, and in some cases finding, morsels of blubber.
The Gallery's collection has only a few marine pictures by British artists and none depicting an Arctic scene. The Northern Whale Fishery: The "Swan" and "Isabella," with its charming and appealing subject and the exceptionally fine aesthetic level of its realization, is thus an important and welcome addition.
________________________________
The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC is a world-class art museum that displays one of the largest collections of masterpieces in the world including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture, and decorative arts from the 13th century to the present. The National Gallery of Art collection includes an extensive survey of works of American, British, Italian, Flemish, Spanish, Dutch, French and German art. With its prime location on the National Mall, surrounded by the Smithsonian Institution, visitors often think that the museum is a part of the Smithsonian. It is a separate entity and is supported by a combination of private and public funds. Admission is free. The museum offers a wide range of educational programs, lectures, guided tours, films, and concerts.
The original neoclassical building, the West Building includes European (13th-early 20th century) and American (18th-early 20th century) paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and temporary exhibitions. The National Gallery of Art was opened to the public in 1941 with funds provided by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The original collection of masterpieces was provided by Mellon, who was the U. S. Secretary of the Treasury and ambassador to Britain in the 1930s. Mellon collected European masterpieces and many of the Gallery’s original works were once owned by Catherine II of Russia and purchased in the early 1930s by Mellon from the Hermitage Museum in Leningrad.
The core collection includes major works of art donated by Paul Mellon, Ailsa Mellon Bruce, Lessing J. Rosenwald, Samuel Henry Kress, Rush Harrison Kress, Peter Arrell Browne Widener, Joseph E. Widener, and Chester Dale. The Gallery's collection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture, medals, and decorative arts traces the development of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present, including the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas and the largest mobile created by Alexander Calder.
The NGA's collection galleries and Sculpture Garden display European and American paintings, sculpture, works on paper, photographs, and decorative arts. Paintings in the permanent collection date from the Middle Ages to the present. The Italian Renaissance collection includes two panels from Duccio's Maesta, the tondo of the Adoration of the Magi by Fra Angelico and Filippo Lippi, a Botticelli work on the same subject, Giorgione's Allendale Nativity, Giovanni Bellini's The Feast of the Gods, Ginevra de' Benci (the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas) and groups of works by Titian and Raphael.
The collections include paintings by many European masters, including a version of Saint Martin and the Beggar, by El Greco, and works by Matthias Grünewald, Cranach the Elder, Rogier van der Weyden, Albrecht Dürer, Frans Hals, Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer, Francisco Goya, Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, and Eugène Delacroix, among others. The collection of sculpture and decorative arts includes such works as the Chalice of Abbot Suger of St-Denis and a collection of work by Auguste Rodin and Edgar Degas. Other highlights of the permanent collection include the second of the two original sets of Thomas Cole's series of paintings titled The Voyage of Life, (the first set is at the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute in Utica, New York) and the original version of Watson and the Shark by John Singleton Copley (two other versions are in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Detroit Institute of Arts).
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Gallery_of_Art
Andrew W. Mellon, who pledged both the resources to construct the National Gallery of Art as well as his high-quality art collection, is rightly known as the founder of the gallery. But his bequest numbered less than two hundred paintings and sculptures—not nearly enough to fill the gallery’s massive rooms. This, however, was a feature, not a failure of Mellon’s vision; he anticipated that the gallery eventually would be filled not only by his own collection, but also by additional donations from other private collectors. By design, then, it was both Andrew Mellon and those who followed his lead—among them, eight men and women known as the Founding Benefactors—to whom the gallery owes its premier reputation as a national art museum. At the gallery’s opening in 1941, President Roosevelt stated, “the dedication of this Gallery to a living past, and to a greater and more richly living future, is the measure of the earnestness of our intention that the freedom of the human spirit shall go on.”
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Top 7 Electrifying Things To Do In Pahalgam for Memorable Trip
When exploring the electrifying places to visit in Pahalgam, one finds a treasure trove of natural wonders and thrilling activities. Pahalgam, nestled in the Himalayan mountains of Jammu and Kashmir, offers a plethora of experiences for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.
The list of captivating things to do in Pahalgam begins with sightseeing. The town's natural beauty is showcased in stunning locations like the Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, Baisaran Valley, and the serene banks of the Lidder River. These places offer breathtaking vistas, perfect for relaxation and photography. Camping in Pahalgam immerses you in the heart of nature, letting you experience the serene beauty of the town's forests and meadows. River rafting on the Lidder River is a heart-pounding adventure, perfect for those seeking an adrenaline rush. Trout fishing in the clear mountain streams is a tranquil and rewarding activity. Pahalgam also boasts an 18-hole golf course with majestic views of the surrounding peaks. In winter, the town transforms into a winter playground for sledding enthusiasts. Lastly, don't miss the chance to savor the local cuisine, a delectable blend of Kashmiri, Indian, and Tibetan flavors, with specialties like Rogan Josh, Sheermal, and Phirni. Pahalgam is a destination that combines natural beauty, adventure, and gastronomic delights, making it a must-visit location for anyone seeking an electrifying and memorable experience. cliffhangersindia.com/places-to-visit-in-pahalgam/
1.Sightseeing:-Pahalgam, often dubbed as the 'Jewel of Kashmir,' is undeniably a haven of natural beauty, and sightseeing in this region is a captivating experience. The town is surrounded by lush green meadows, snow-capped mountains, and pristine rivers, making it an ideal place for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.Pahalgam sightseeing is a journey through a paradise on Earth. One of the top attractions is the Betaab Valley, which gained its name from the Bollywood movie "Betaab," filmed amidst the enchanting landscapes of Pahalgam. Aru Valley is another must-visit spot, known for its scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The Lidder River, meandering through the town, adds to the charm of Pahalgam. You can take leisurely strolls along its banks or enjoy a picnic in the meadows with the river gurgling in the background. The Baisaran Valley offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, and a horse ride to this spot is an adventure in itself. Pahalgam is also an excellent base for visiting the nearby Amarnath Cave Temple, a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus. As you explore these natural wonders, you'll be left awe-inspired by the sheer magnificence of Pahalgam's landscape. The breathtaking Pahalgam sightseeing opportunities truly make it a destination like no other. cliffhangersindia.com/explore-pahalgam-sightseeing/
2.Camping:-Camping in Pahalgam is an exhilarating experience that brings you close to nature like never before. The town offers numerous camping sites surrounded by dense forests and alpine meadows. Whether you prefer camping in tents or huts, there are options for every type of adventurer. The Lidder River banks are a popular choice for camping, with the sound of the flowing water lulling you to sleep under the starry Himalayan sky. The Aru Valley is another fantastic location to set up camp, offering breathtaking views of the valley and nearby mountains. These camping experiences allow you to disconnect from the digital world and immerse yourself in the tranquility and beauty of the great outdoors. The cool mountain air, the crackling campfire, and the serenity of the natural surroundings make camping in Pahalgam an unforgettable and electrifying experience.
3.River Rafting:-For those seeking an adrenaline rush, river rafting in Pahalgam is an electrifying adventure. The Lidder River, with its challenging rapids, provides an ideal setting for this thrilling activity. The river offers a range of difficulty levels, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced rafters. The adrenaline-pumping ride through the turbulent waters, surrounded by the stunning Himalayan landscape, is an experience you won't soon forget. Rafting in Pahalgam also allows you to explore parts of the region that are otherwise inaccessible, as you navigate through deep gorges and lush forests. It's not only a test of your physical prowess but also an opportunity to connect with the natural beauty and power of the river.
4.Trout Fishing:-Pahalgam is renowned for its pristine rivers and abundant trout population, making it a paradise for anglers. The town is famous for brown and rainbow trout fishing, attracting fishing enthusiasts from all over the world. The Lidder River and its tributaries are teeming with these fish, providing an excellent opportunity to indulge in this serene and gratifying activity. You can choose to fish in the river's fast-flowing waters or opt for a more relaxed experience at one of the trout farms where you're almost guaranteed a good catch. The tranquil setting and the rhythmic flow of the river create the perfect ambiance for a day of fishing. Whether you are a seasoned angler or a novice, Pahalgam's trout fishing experience is both electrifying and serene, making it a must-try activity for visitors.
5.Golfing:-Pahalgam offers a unique opportunity for golf enthusiasts to play on one of the most beautiful golf courses in the world. The Pahalgam Golf Course, surrounded by lush meadows and majestic snow-capped mountains, is a visual treat for golfers. The 18-hole course, set against the backdrop of the Himalayas, provides not only a challenging round of golf but also an awe-inspiring experience. As you swing your club, you'll be mesmerized by the natural beauty that surrounds you. The course is open during the summer months, making it a popular attraction for golfers seeking an electrifying yet serene golfing experience in the lap of the Himalayas.
6.Sledding:-When winter blankets Pahalgam in a layer of snow, it transforms into a winter wonderland, and sledding is one of the most popular activities. The meadows and gentle slopes become a playground for sledding enthusiasts, and it's an exhilarating way to experience the snowy landscapes of Pahalgam. The famous sledging spot in Pahalgam is known as 'Gulmarg,' a short drive away, where you can enjoy the thrill of sledding down snow-covered hills. Sledges are typically operated by skilled locals, ensuring a safe yet electrifying ride down the snowy slopes. The crisp mountain air, the sound of sledges gliding on snow, and the panoramic views of the surrounding peaks make sledding in Pahalgam an unforgettable experience for both children and adults.
7.Food:-Pahalgam is not only a destination for adventure and natural beauty but also a culinary delight. The local cuisine is a fusion of Kashmiri, Indian, and Tibetan influences, offering a unique gastronomic experience. Be sure to try the traditional Kashmiri dish, Rogan Josh, a flavorful lamb curry, and enjoy the warmth of the local bread, Sheermal. For those with a sweet tooth, savor the rich and creamy Phirni, a rice pudding flavored with saffron and cardamom. Additionally, Pahalgam is renowned for its kebabs and samosas, which make for perfect street food snacks. Don't forget to sip on some Kahwa, a traditional Kashmiri green tea infused with aromatic spices and saffron, which will warm you on chilly evenings. Whether you're dining in a local restaurant or enjoying street food in the bustling market, the cuisine in Pahalgam is a treat for your taste buds and a delightful way to immerse yourself in the local culture.
conclusion:- Pahalgam is a destination that offers a diverse range of electrifying activities, whether you're a nature lover, an adventure seeker, or someone looking to unwind amidst breathtaking natural beauty. From the tranquil experience of camping under the starry sky to the adrenaline rush of river rafting, Pahalgam has it all. The town's rich cultural heritage and delectable cuisine add an extra layer of charm to your visit. With each activity offering a unique and captivating experience, Pahalgam stands as a testament to the beauty and wonder of the Himalayas.
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Hike Hidden Lake Lookout (September, 2022)
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A historically ship sails through stormy waters, surrounded by dramatic weather. The dark atmosphere is intensified by stormy clouds and water, illuminated by dramatic light, creating a captivating and evocative scene.
Formed by the glaciers 15,000 years ago, when they filled in both ends of a great river valley, Devil's Lake has always occupied a unique place in the Baraboo hills, its still waters surrounded by brooding 500-foot quartzite bluffs. The Indians called it Spirit Lake, and that seems a more accurate description than the modern name. Devil's Lake is one of Wisconsin's busiest state parks, and it tends to get overrun in the midsummer tourist season. But catch it in the off-season, and its brooding presence comes through. It does seem to be presided over by spirits. Black and white seems the best way to capture its haunted mystery photographically on days like this.
Crystal blue waters surrounded by majestic peaks…this gem in the heart of Northern Italy bordering three regions; Lombardy, Veneto and Trentino Alto-Adige is a bucket list destination. Lake Garda is not only a tourist hot spot, but a great place to live!
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Lake Maggiore: A Jewel of Northern Italy
Introduction:
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of northern Italy, Lake Maggiore stands as a captivating jewel, enchanting locals and visitors alike with its breathtaking beauty and rich history. This remarkable lake, the second-largest in Italy, extends its charm across the regions of Piedmont and Lombardy, as well as the iconic lake-side villages in Switzerland. Lake Maggiore is more than just a body of water; it is a testament to the region's natural wonders, cultural significance, and the enduring allure of Italian landscapes.
Geography and Formation:
Lake Maggiore is an elongated lake, stretching approximately 65 kilometers in length and 10 kilometers at its widest point. It was formed during the last glacial period, as melting glaciers shaped the terrain and created a basin that would later become the lake we admire today. The lake's unique geography, surrounded by the majestic Alps and the pre-Alps, contributes to its stunning and diverse scenery.
Natural Beauty:
The enchanting allure of Lake Maggiore lies in its unparalleled natural beauty. Surrounded by lush greenery, charming gardens, and the towering Alps, the lake provides a serene and captivating escape. The Borromean Islands, located in the southern part of the lake, add to its charm. Isola Bella, Isola Madre, and Isola dei Pescatori are the jewels of Lake Maggiore, each with its own unique character and historical significance.
Cultural Heritage:
Lake Maggiore has been a source of inspiration for artists, writers, and poets throughout history. The charming lakeside villages, such as Stresa and Cannobio, reflect the rich cultural heritage of the region. Stresa, in particular, has been a favored retreat for European aristocrats and intellectuals, contributing to its reputation as a cultural hub. The elegant architecture, historic villas, and well-preserved landmarks tell the tales of a bygone era, adding depth and character to the lake's identity.
Tourism and Recreation:
The allure of Lake Maggiore extends beyond its cultural and historical significance. Today, the lake is a popular destination for tourists seeking relaxation, adventure, and cultural exploration. Visitors can indulge in leisurely boat rides, explore the lakeside promenades, or embark on hiking trails that offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. The Mediterranean climate ensures pleasant weather, making it an ideal year-round destination.
Conclusion:
Lake Maggiore stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of natural beauty and cultural richness that defines northern Italy. Its crystal-clear waters, surrounded by the majestic Alps, create a canvas that has inspired artists and captivated hearts for centuries. Whether you are drawn to its historical landmarks, charming villages, or the tranquility of its shores, Lake Maggiore offers a unique and unforgettable experience, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the magic of this Italian gem.
Hike Hidden Lake Lookout (September, 2022)
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Sitka Sound is a very special place to watch wildlife. Calm, peaceful waters surrounded my high mountains with glaciers and lush, temperate rainforests right down to waters edge.
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Located at the western end of La Digue, Anse Source d'Argent beach is a true paradise on earth, a beautiful white sand beach with calm turquoise waters surrounded by coconut trees and curious granite blocks shaped over time.
Anse Source d'Argent beach is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and for good reason. Its turquoise waters are framed by a soft blanket of white sand dotted with impressive rocks sculpted over time and the action of water and wind.
The route to the wonderful Anse Source d'Argent beach is through an old coconut and vanilla plantation where you can still see the old coconut mills and visit its peculiar inhabitants, the giant tortoises.
Sunset is one of the best times to visit Anse Source d'Argent beach, as the colours are at their most intense, dressing the landscape in orange tones, making the views and photos taken look almost unreal.
Hike Hidden Lake Lookout (September, 2022)
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A historically ship sails through stormy waters, surrounded by dramatic weather. The dark atmosphere is intensified by stormy clouds and water, illuminated by dramatic light, creating a captivating and evocative scene.
site of foundry and mills where first iron bar was produced in Canada. Built in 1760, burned by retreating American troops in 1814 and never rebuilt.
A historically ship sails through stormy waters, surrounded by dramatic weather. The dark atmosphere is intensified by stormy clouds and water, illuminated by dramatic light, creating a captivating and evocative scene.
Crystal blue waters surrounded by majestic peaks…this gem in the heart of Northern Italy bordering three regions; Lombardy, Veneto and Trentino Alto-Adige is a bucket list destination. Lake Garda is not only a tourist hot spot, but a great place to live!
More info to discover Lake Garda: www.lakegardatours.it/en/
A historically ship sails through stormy waters, surrounded by dramatic weather. The dark atmosphere is intensified by stormy clouds and water, illuminated by dramatic light, creating a captivating and evocative scene.
We also visited the Costa Verde, west of Rio de Janeiro. It is worth a visit with its azure blue waters surrounded with forest and small villages. Take a boat trip, so you can visit the most remote regions. And enjoy the waters.
"The Lagoon" is a popular spot on Koh Phi Phi Leh in Thailand for swimming in the crystal clear waters surrounded by large jagged limestone cliffs. This area is next to the famous Maya Bay where the Lionardo Dicapprio film "The Beach" was shot.
A yellow lighthouse stands atop a rocky breakwater, with several individuals nearby, enjoying the view or fishing. Calm blue waters surround the structure, providing a tranquil seascape.
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Blue waters surround the breakwall in Charlevoix, Michigan. This aerial drone image is available as a print or as a download, with many options available. See more at www.miflyphoto.com.
The hamlet of Lake Louise, located just minutes from the lake itself, has been developed over the last century to serve the needs of people visiting this astonishingly accessible and picturesque area of Banff National Park. Located nearby, Moraine Lake, with its indigo blue waters surrounded by the Valley of the Ten Peaks, is another one of Canada’s most iconic lakes.
A historically ship sails through stormy waters, surrounded by dramatic weather. The dark atmosphere is intensified by stormy clouds and water, illuminated by dramatic light, creating a captivating and evocative scene.
We also visited the Costa Verde, west of Rio de Janeiro. It is worth a visit with its azure blue waters surrounded with forest and small villages. Take a boat trip, so you can visit the most remote regions. And enjoy the waters.
Scenic Paddle Through a Stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site -- Experience the dramatic beauty of the Naerøyfjord during an exhilarating kayak excursion across its clear waters. Surrounded by looming mountains over 5,000 feet tall, this 11-mile-long fjord is both a natural wonder and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel by motor coach to Gudvangen, a charming village at the far end of the fjord. Meet your guide, receive your life jacket and a short safety briefing, then begin your unforgettable excursion. As you leisurely paddle, immerse yourself in the striking landscape before you—steep mountains with jagged snowcapped peaks, cascading waterfalls and isolated farmhouses dotting the hillsides. At Hommlaviki, come
ashore for a well-deserved rest and enjoy an energy-recharging picnic lunch. Afterward, board your kayak for the scenic return paddle through the fjord to Gudvangen. There, you will meet your coach and travel back to your awaiting ship.