Chateau d'Argyle
1826
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1826
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows a quiet scene of a grand house by a lake, surrounded by trees. In the foreground, a few people sit on the shore near a small boat, while others walk along a path. Behind them, a rocky hill rises with a castle on top, and the sky above is soft with light clouds. The artist used smooth lines to show the calm water and the texture of the trees. The title at the bottom says it’s *Château d’Argyle*, which is also called Argyle Castle. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how it’s made.
