The artwork titled “In the Salt Marshes of N. J.” was created by James Hamilton in the year 1872. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is categorized as a landscape genre.
The artwork presents a tranquil scene of salt marshes at either dawn or dusk, distinguished by the soft and warm hues of the sky. The sun is just below the horizon, casting a gradient of oranges and pinks across the clouds and reflecting on the marsh waters. In the distance, a clump of trees and a small boat with figures can be seen, adding a human element to the serene natural setting. The overall composition evokes a sense of peace and introspection, characteristic of the Romanticism period, which often emphasized the sublime beauty of nature.
