Colorado River in Dead Horse

Description
This print is a wide view of the Colorado River as it carves through Meander Canyon, the water bending in long sweeping curves — deep brown with sediment, heavy with desert runoff. Along its edges, pockets of green vegetation cling to the riverbank, thin ribbons of life that grow only where water moves. The canyon around it spreads wide and terraced, layers of red stone falling into shadow and depth, while the river draws a slow, deliberate path through time. Near the right edge of the frame, the United Nations Tablet remains just visible — a small landmark against a land shaped almost entirely by the river itself. Meander Canyon lies below Dead Horse Point, one of the most dramatic overlooks above the Colorado Plateau. The river’s curves tell the story best — erosion, pressure, and patience, carving this wide basin over millions of years. Green follows water. Stone follows gravity. The canyon exists because the river never stopped moving. This print suits open interior spaces — living rooms, studios, offices, or desert-forward homes. Its mix of canyon color, winding river, and subtle traces of life make it perfect for rooms that value space, stillness, and the quiet endurance of the Southwest.
Specifications
  • Hand-made, solid wood frame
  • UV and scratch-resistant acrylic cover
  • Edge width of 1.125", depth of 0.75"
  • 2" polar white matting
  • Sizing: +6.5" to the listed print size
  • Ex: 12x18" framed print final size is 18.5x24.5"
  • Arrive ready to hang
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