Three Sheep by a Cottage (recto)/Sketches of Cows (verso)
1872
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1872
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a landscape with a cottage, a few trees, and three sheep grazing in the foreground. The artist used black crayon, gray wash, pen, and brown ink on wove paper to create the scene. The sketch is done in a loose, expressive style, with bold lines and soft washes. The sheep are depicted in various poses, giving a sense of movement and life to the scene. The cottage and trees are sketched in the background, providing a sense of depth and context. The artist's use of different mediums and techniques adds texture and interest to the sketch. For more information on this style, look up Romanticism.
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