George Inness was an American landscape painter from the 19th century who is best known for his works depicting the Delaware Water Gap. He was born in New Jersey and studied art in Europe, eventually returning to the United States and settling in New York City. Inness was a prolific painter, producing hundreds of works throughout his career. His style was characterized by a focus on light and atmosphere, and he was heavily influenced by the Barbizon school of painting. Inness' works are held in many major museums around the world, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.