Turner made his first extended tour of Scotland in July and August 1801. The Falls of Clyde, near Lanark, were an essential stop on his itinerary. The four waterfalls were considered a natural wonder and were much celebrated by artists and writers. Here Turner depicts Corra Linn, the lowest of the falls, using two sheets of paper to capture the breadth of the river. He uses a range of brown tones to create a study in light and shade. The foaming water pouring through the gully catches the brilliant sunlight, while the looming cliff casts a deep shadow.