Battersea Reach
1863
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1863
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a quiet river scene with buildings along the shore. Two boats float in the water—one small, with a person sitting inside, and another larger boat tied to the bank. The buildings on the far side have a mix of roofs and spires, and the whole scene is drawn in loose, sketchy lines. The artist focused on light and shadow to show depth, even though the drawing is simple. The river’s reflection is barely there, just hints of lines on the water’s surface. If you like this style, look up Impressionism.
