Mountain Lake with Figures 1869

"Mountain Lake with Figures" is an 1869 painting by American artist William Hart. The painting depicts a serene mountain lake, a popular subject for the Hudson River School artists of the time, which Hart was a part of. The peaceful scene features a glassy surface, a vast sky, and a gentle incline of the mountain in the distance. The inclusion of two figures walking in the foreground adds a sense of scale to the scene. Hart's meticulous attention to detail, realistic style, and luminous palette are all trademarks of his work.