Canyons
Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Deep, steep-sided land depressions, often having a river at the bottom; common to arid and semi-arid areas. Distinct from "valleys (landforms)," which tend to have a flattish landscape rather than high, precipitous slopes. Distinct from "gorges (landforms)," which tend to be smaller, narrower, and more rocky.Found in 28 Collections and/or Records:
White House Overlook, 1957-07
Item — Box 16
Identifier: 2006.6.1300
Overview
Overview looking down on winding road surrounded by canyon rock formations in an arid desert landscape at Canyon de Chelly.
Dates:
1957-07
White House Overlook, 1957-07
Item — Box 16
Identifier: 2006.6.1301
Overview
Overview looking down on winding canyon rock formations in an arid desert landscape at Canyon de Chelly; foreground rock face has what looks like five crevices fanning out in a star pattern.
Dates:
1957-07
White House Overlook, 1957-07
Item — Box 16
Identifier: 2006.6.1302
Overview
Overview looking down on winding canyon rock formations in an arid desert landscape at Canyon de Chelly; foreground rock face has what looks like five crevices fanning out in a star pattern.
Dates:
1957-07