Landscape, with peasants gathering sticks
1789
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1789
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a quiet riverbank scene with bare trees in the foreground. A bridge stretches across the water in the distance, and a few small figures walk along the path. The lines are precise, and the trees have delicate, branching details. The artist used pen, pencil, and Indian ink to capture the scene. The focus on nature and everyday life fits the style of the time. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like this.
