R. R. Whale depicts a serene waterfall flowing down rocky cliffs, surrounded by fiery autumn foliage. Figures in the foreground add a sense of scale to the natural beauty of Ontario's landscape. This painting reflects Canada's 19th-century fascination with its wilderness, highlighting the natural wonders that became symbols of national pride.
Robert R. Whale, born in England in 1805, immigrated to Canada in 1852, where he became a prominent landscape painter. His works often captured the picturesque landscapes of Ontario, contributing to the development of Canadian art.
