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William Hart, like his brother James, was a leading member of the second generation Hudson River School artists.  Distant View of Albany is a fine example of Hart's early work.  The quality of light and subtle use of color, especially the grey-green trees in the landscapes, is in sharp contrast with the bright blue sky.  It was painted in 1849 for the American Art-Union.  The Hudson River and Albany's distinctive skyline are clearly visible in the background.

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Distant View of Albany
William M. Hart (1823-1894)
Oil on canvas, 1849
AIHA Collection

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