The image shows a black and white etching of an outdoor scene with rocky terrain and cascading water. The view is slightly elevated, showcasing the water flowing down detailed rock formations. The horizon is not clearly visible, and the composition emphasizes the vertical elements of the rocks and water. Large rock faces frame the scene on the left and right, with foliage growing from their crevices. The intricate lines in the etching create texture on the rocks and leaves. The color scheme consists of gradients of black and white to depict depth and shadow. In the distance, more rocky terrain is visible, with sparse branches and leaves adding to the natural setting.
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The image shows a black and white etching of an outdoor scene with rocky terrain and cascading water. The view is slightly elevated, showcasing the water flowing down detailed rock formations. The horizon is not clearly visible, and the composition emphasizes the vertical elements of the rocks and water. Large rock faces frame the scene on the left and right, with foliage growing from their crevices. The intricate lines in the etching create texture on the rocks and leaves. The color scheme consists of gradients of black and white to depict depth and shadow. In the distance, more rocky terrain is visible, with sparse branches and leaves adding to the natural setting.

National Gallery of Art · Drawing

A Waterfall between Rocky Cliffs

Jonas Umbach

Medium
black chalk on a ledger paper lightly ruled with ink
Dimensions
overall: 19.2 x 26.5 cm (7 9/16 x 10 7/16 in.)
Classification
Drawing
Accession number
2005.73.1
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Time span
1601 to 1650
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • German
  • Landscape
  • Tree
  • Waterfall
  • Rock
Provenance

(Galerie Arnoldi-Livie, Munich); purchased 2005 by NGA.

NGA object ID 132954. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.