Mount Desert

In Mount Desert (circa 1850s-1860s), Frederic Edwin Church depicts a dramatic coastal scene at sunset, highlighting the rugged beauty of Mount Desert Island, located off the coast of Maine. The painting showcases a serene ocean with rocky outcroppings and a densely wooded shoreline, contrasted by a vivid, fiery sky. Dark clouds tinged with vibrant red and orange hues dominate the upper half of the composition, reflecting the intensity of the setting sun. The muted colors of the sea and land create a tranquil balance against the dynamic sky, capturing the peaceful yet powerful transition between day and night.