Ben Arthur, Scotland
1884
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1884
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a rough, hilly landscape with jagged peaks and sparse trees. The lines are scratchy and uneven, almost like quick notes. Light areas fade into shadow, but the details are loose—no sharp edges. The artist copied this from another painter’s work, as the text at the bottom says. The rough style suggests they were focusing on mood over precision. If you like this sketchy, atmospheric look, check out Realism for more paintings that prioritize truth over smooth brushwork.