The artwork titled “Upper Hudson” was created by the artist Robert Henri in the year 1917. It belongs to the American Realism movement and is categorized within the landscape genre.
The artwork depicts a scenic view of the Hudson River during what appears to be a late winter or early spring day. Dominated by cool and muted colors, the painting showcases the river as it winds through steep, dark cliffs on the right, transitioning to softer, ice-covered surfaces in the foreground. The sky, painted in pale hues, seems to reflect a fading twilight or dawn, contributing to the overall serene and contemplative atmosphere of the scene. The combination of subdued tones and detailed brushwork emphasizes the natural beauty and somber tranquility of the landscape, hallmarking Henri’s realistic approach to capturing the essence of the American environment.
