Two Maples
1920
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1920
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows two tall trees standing close together in a wooded area. The ground is covered in dry grass and scattered leaves, with a few low bushes in the foreground. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to draw the trees and rocks, making everything look rough and natural. The trees’ trunks are thick and twisty, with branches stretching out in all directions. The artist signed the bottom right corner, but the writing is hard to read. If you like this style, check out lithography to see how artists make prints like this.