Landscape with Large Trees
1802
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1802
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows tangled trees and rough ground. The branches twist in every direction, almost like they’re fighting each other. The lines are dark and scratchy, making the scene feel wild and uneven. The artist used a technique called lithography, which lets them draw directly on stone before printing. This style was popular in the early 1800s for its loose, sketchy look. Check out lithography to see how it works.
