West Wall of the Canyon, Yellowstone
July 26, 1892
Classification
landscapes
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Thomas Moran
Accession Number
1917-17-19
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Thomas Moran's *West Wall of the Canyon Yellowstone*, dated July 26, 1892, captures the awe-inspiring drama of Yellowstone National Park's Grand Canyon. Born in Britain and later a pivotal figure in American art, Moran1837–1926) was a master of the Hudson River School known for his luminous landscapes that celebrated the untamed beauty of the American. His works, gifted directly to institutions like the Smithsonian American Art (as with this piece helped fuel public enthusiasm for preserving natural wonders. Moran's Yellowstone paintings hold immense historical significance, stemming from his...