River Scene with bridge
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a simple river scene with a small bridge in the distance. The water is calm, and a few boats float near the shore. The artist used quick, light pencil strokes to suggest trees and rocks along the bank. The drawing feels unfinished, like a quick study rather than a polished work. The focus is on shapes and movement rather than detail. Next, look up cross-hatching to see how artists build texture with lines.
