Near Last Camp on Ross Fork, Snake River, Lander Wagon Road, Oregon 1859

"Near Last Camp on Ross Fork, Snake River, Lander Wagon Road, Oregon" is a landscape painting by Henry Hitchings, created in 1859, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection. The artwork depicts a dramatic vista of the Snake River valley viewed from a rocky outcropping, featuring a solitary tree in the foreground, showcasing Hitchings' detailed depiction of the American West during westward expansion. The painting is a prime example of the Hudson River School, known for its romantic depictions of nature and emphasizing the grandeur and beauty of the American landscape. This black and white drawing captures the stark beauty of the West, highlighting the rugged terrain and vastness of the land.