Chaumières anglaises (English Cottages)
1879
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1879
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a village with small, dark houses packed closely together. Trees and bushes grow in the foreground, while a hill rises in the background. The sky is faint, almost erased, and the whole scene looks sketchy, like it was drawn quickly. The artist used a mix of lines and shading to create depth, focusing on textures like rough walls and tangled branches. The print feels rough to the touch, thanks to the techniques used. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this one carve into metal plates to make prints.