La ferme de Bienheureux (2nd Plate)
1884
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1884
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a quiet farm scene with a thatched-roof house and a few trees. The ground is rough and uneven, and the trees look scraggly, like they’ve been drawn quickly. The whole image is in black and white, with no color—just lines and shading. The artist focused on simple shapes and textures, making the scene feel rough yet calm. The trees and house are drawn with loose, sketchy strokes, almost like a quick study. If you like this style, check out Realism next.
