The painting depicts a view of a dense green landscape with tall trees, large plants, and two rustic huts with thatched roofs nestled among the vegetation. In the foreground, a group of people is gathered, depicted with dark tones that contrast against the verdant surroundings. The color palette consists of various shades of green, with hints of earthy browns. The brushstrokes are smooth and blended, creating a realistic portrayal of the foliage and adding depth to the scene.
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Encampment of Cocomas - Looking Ashore

George Catlin (American, 1796 - 1872)

1854/1869

Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Classification
Painting
Dimensions
overall: 46.7 x 63 cm (18 3/8 x 24 13/16 in.)
Culture
American
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CAB
Credit line
Paul Mellon Collection
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Little Ones profiles and older: it shows gentle subjects for the very young. How works are placed

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