A Sketch Off Greenwich
1868
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1868
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This image shows a sketch of a harbor scene. Several sailboats are moored in the water, with their sails furled. In the background, there are buildings along the shore. The sketch is drawn in brown ink on a beige background. The artist has used quick, expressive lines to capture the movement of the boats and the texture of the water. The sketch has a sense of spontaneity and energy, as if it was drawn quickly on the spot. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the sketch. You might also enjoy the work of Francis Seymour Haden.
