The artwork, titled “Mountain Landscape, Highlands, North Carolina,” was created by artist Henry Ossawa Tanner in the year 1889. This piece belongs to the Realism art movement and falls within the landscape genre.
In this artwork, a serene and expansive view of the Highlands in North Carolina is depicted. A vast range of rolling mountains extends into the distance, receding into soft hues of blue and green that suggest atmospheric perspective. The foreground is characterized by a lush, verdant assortment of foliage, with particular details such as a tree branch arching from the left side of the composition. The cloudy sky above is rendered in muted, diffused light, enhancing the tranquil and contemplative mood of the scene. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the landscape, illustrating Tanner’s adept skill in capturing the essence of nature with meticulous realism.
