Sandstone Mountain bearing E. 20. S. Kishenehn Pass (E. side of summit)
between 1857 and 1862 National Archives and Records Administration
About this artwork
A watercolor landscape study depicting a distinct mountain peak and surrounding terrain, likely created during a boundary survey. The work features delicate ink and wash lines to define the geological contours of the mountain.
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James Madison Alden served as the official artist for the United States Northwest Boundary Survey, documenting the rugged and largely uncharted territory along the 49th parallel. His precise watercolor sketches were vital for the survey team to communicate the topography of the region to government officials back in Washington, D.C. These works serve as both significant scientific documentation and evocative portrayals of the American frontier.
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Sandstone Mountain bearing E. 20. S. Kishenehn Pass (E. side of summit)
James Alden, between 1857 and 1862
