The Seagulls
1880
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1880
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a flock of seagulls flying over water. Some birds are mid-flight, wings spread wide, while others hover near the waves. The lines are loose but precise, capturing movement in quick strokes. Notice how the artist used shading to make the birds look three-dimensional. The waves below are drawn with quick, wavy lines, almost like they’re moving. This style comes from Impressionism.
