Landscape, Amecameca, Mexico 19th-20th century

Curator: Here we have a watercolor titled "Landscape, Amecameca, Mexico," created by Denman Waldo Ross. The artwork is held in the collection of the Harvard Art Museums. Editor: The colors are so soft and dreamy. There's a delicate balance between the man-made structures and that majestic mountain peak. Curator: Indeed. Ross's perspective offers a glimpse into the cultural landscape of Mexico. Notice how the church spire rises amidst the town, hinting at the role of the church in the community. Editor: The composition draws the eye upward, leading us from the earthy tones of the buildings to the ethereal blues and whites of the sky and mountain. Curator: Ross's choice of watercolor is significant, allowing for a translucent quality that evokes a sense of serenity and distance. Editor: A very evocative piece; the artist is skillful at using color and form to draw the viewer into this landscape. Curator: Precisely. It invites us to consider the relationship between the built environment and the natural world and its effect on the observer.