Gresham Church
1800
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1800
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a small stone church with a tall, round tower on the left. The building has pointed windows, a simple arched doorway, and a sloped roof made of wooden shingles. In front, a low stone wall and a simple wooden fence run along the edge of a grassy area. The artist focused on the textures—rough stone, smooth wood, and the sharp lines of the roof. The drawing looks like it was made quickly, with quick strokes to show light and shadow. Want to see more of this artist’s work? Check out Cotman, John Sell.
