Snow Capped Moutain

albertbierstadt

Private Collection

snow

sky

water colours

rough brush stroke

possibly oil pastel

coloured pencil

underpainting

mountain

pastel chalk drawing

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

mixed medium

watercolor

"Snow Capped Mountain" is a small, intimate landscape painting by Albert Bierstadt, a renowned American artist known for his dramatic depictions of the American West. The painting features a single snow-capped mountain rising against a muted blue and green sky, with a small bird silhouetted against the horizon. Bierstadt's style is characterized by meticulous detail and realistic depictions of natural landscapes. This painting, with its peaceful and serene composition, exemplifies his mastery of light and color, offering a glimpse into the beauty of the American wilderness.