Artist: Howard Russel Butler
Medium: Oil on Board
Creation Year: c. 1920s
Dimensions: 10 x 14 inches
Style: Hudson River School
Period: Early 20th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: This painting by Howard Russell Butler captures the serene, almost mystical presence of a Yellowstone geyser in a moment of stillness. Known for his ability to portray the grandeur of natural phenomena, Butler approaches the geyser with a focus on its tranquil beauty rather than its dramatic eruptions.
The geyser sits quietly amidst the rugged landscape, its pool of crystal-clear water reflecting the soft hues of the sky above. Surrounding it, the barren ground is painted with subtle shades of white, gray, and earthy browns, hinting at the mineral deposits left behind by past eruptions. The distant horizon, lined with the silhouettes of forests, provides a gentle backdrop that emphasizes the vastness of the scene.
Butler’s careful attention to light and color is evident in the way he captures the delicate mist rising from the geyser’s surface, mingling with the cool air and creating a sense of calm. The painting, while understated, carries a sense of quiet anticipation, as if the viewer is witnessing a rare moment of peace in a landscape known for its powerful, unpredictable forces.
This piece reflects Butler’s unique ability to convey both the majesty and the subtlety of nature, inviting viewers to appreciate the quiet beauty of Yellowstone’s geothermal wonders.
Artist: Howard Russel Butler
Medium: Oil on Board
Creation Year: c. 1920s
Dimensions: 10 x 14 inches
Style: Hudson River School
Period: Early 20th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: This painting by Howard Russell Butler captures the serene, almost mystical presence of a Yellowstone geyser in a moment of stillness. Known for his ability to portray the grandeur of natural phenomena, Butler approaches the geyser with a focus on its tranquil beauty rather than its dramatic eruptions.
The geyser sits quietly amidst the rugged landscape, its pool of crystal-clear water reflecting the soft hues of the sky above. Surrounding it, the barren ground is painted with subtle shades of white, gray, and earthy browns, hinting at the mineral deposits left behind by past eruptions. The distant horizon, lined with the silhouettes of forests, provides a gentle backdrop that emphasizes the vastness of the scene.
Butler’s careful attention to light and color is evident in the way he captures the delicate mist rising from the geyser’s surface, mingling with the cool air and creating a sense of calm. The painting, while understated, carries a sense of quiet anticipation, as if the viewer is witnessing a rare moment of peace in a landscape known for its powerful, unpredictable forces.
This piece reflects Butler’s unique ability to convey both the majesty and the subtlety of nature, inviting viewers to appreciate the quiet beauty of Yellowstone’s geothermal wonders.
