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Sentinel Rock and Fall, 1872. Creator: W. H. Morse
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Sentinel Rock and Fall, 1872. Creator: W. H. Morse
Sentinel Rock and Fall, 1872. The granite Sentinel Rock, and Sentinel Falls, Yosemite National Park, California, USA. Sentinel Falls is a tiered waterfall 1, 920 feet (590 metres) high. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers, Lakes...with Illustrations on Steel and Wood by Eminent American Artists" Vol. I, edited by William Cullen Bryant. [D. Appleton and Company, New York, 1872]
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Sentinel Rock and Fall, 1872 - A Majestic Display of Nature's Power
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. This print showcases the awe-inspiring beauty of Sentinel Rock and Falls in Yosemite National Park, California. Created by W. H. Morse as part of the renowned book "Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In" this engraving transports viewers to a time when the American landscape was still being explored. The towering granite Sentinel Rock dominates the scene, its rugged surface standing tall against the backdrop of Sierra Nevada mountains. From its summit cascades Sentinel Falls, a magnificent tiered waterfall that plunges an astonishing 1,920 feet (590 meters) down into the valley below. The sheer force and elegance with which water tumbles over each ledge is captured in exquisite detail by James D. Smillie's masterful wood engraving. As one gazes upon this image, they are transported to a world untouched by modernity - a pristine wilderness where nature reigns supreme. It serves as a reminder of our planet's extraordinary power and grandeur. Morse's work not only captures the physical features but also evokes emotions associated with such natural wonders – feelings of insignificance in comparison to their immensity yet simultaneously filled with wonderment at their magnificence. This print is not just a piece of art but also an invitation to explore and appreciate America's vast landscapes that have captivated artists for centuries. It stands as a testament to both human creativity and nature’s ability to inspire it.
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