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Sketching from Nature

Sketching from Nature, by Thomas Charles Farrer, ink, 1861
Sketching from Nature, by Thomas Charles Farrer, ink, 1861

Sketching from Nature is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist Thomas Charles Farrer. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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Inscribed:lower right: TC 61

About this work

Overview

Sketching from Nature is a drawing created by Thomas Charles Farrer in 1861, executed in pen and black and brown ink on paper.

Technique & Style

The drawing features a landscape with trees and hills rendered using pen and ink, with the paper cut into an arch shape. The artist's use of ink is notable, and techniques such as cross-hatching may have been employed to achieve the desired level of detail and texture.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape scene, with trees and hills forming the primary subjects. The arch shape of the paper adds a distinctive element to the composition.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Thomas Charles Farrer

Artist

Thomas Charles Farrer

Thomas Charles Farrer (16 December 1838 in London – 16 June 1891 in London) was an English-born painter and teacher of painting who also worked in the United States. Among his students was Francis Lathrop.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Sketching from Nature?

Sketching from Nature was painted by Thomas Charles Farrer in 1861.

Where can I see Sketching from Nature?

Sketching from Nature is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Sketching from Nature?

Sketching from Nature is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Sketching from Nature?

Museum-quality prints of Sketching from Nature are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.