Mountain Lake 1865

"Mountain Lake," painted in 1865 by Albert Bierstadt, depicts a serene mountain lake surrounded by towering pines and a majestic, snow-capped peak. The light filtering through the clouds creates a luminous glow, highlighting the dramatic landscape. Bierstadt's meticulous detail and romantic style capture the grandeur and beauty of the American West, which became a popular subject for Hudson River School artists. This painting, part of a private collection, measures 25.4 x 34.93 cm and exemplifies Bierstadt's mastery of landscape painting.