On the Hudson River 1798

"On the Hudson River" is a 1798 etching by Alexander Robertson, a Scottish-born artist who arrived in New York in 1794. Robertson’s artwork is noted for its detailed depictions of the Hudson River and its surrounding landscapes, which played a key role in the development of American landscape painting. This particular work showcases a prominent tree framing a distant view of the Hudson River, characterized by its delicate lines and stippled shading, revealing a sophisticated technique in rendering the landscape's depth and light.