Untitled
1814
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1814
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a quiet river winding through a rugged valley. Jagged mountains rise in the distance, their peaks soft and misty. A lone tree with twisted branches leans over the water, while a small boat carries a few people near the shore. The colors are mostly browns and grays, with patches of white on the rocks and distant snow. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to suggest texture—like the rough bark of the tree or the uneven rocks. It feels like a quick study, not a polished finish. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build depth with lines.
