My Farm
1884
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1884
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a quiet countryside scene with a lone tree on the left and a few small buildings in the distance. The ground is uneven, with patches of grass and rocks, and the whole image is drawn in loose, sketchy lines. There’s a sense of open space, but nothing is perfectly sharp—just rough, quick marks. The artist signed it in the corner, which is unusual for a sketch like this. The buildings look simple, almost like they’re just suggested, not detailed. If you like this style, check out Realism next—it’s all about everyday scenes drawn plainly.
