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Castle and Figures

Sanford Robinson Gifford

1860

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Castle and Figures is a 1860 ink by Sanford Robinson Gifford, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Sanford Robinson Gifford
When & what style?: 1860 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a quiet riverside scene with a few people walking along the bank. A castle-like building with a tall tower sits in the background, surrounded by trees and bushes. The water is calm, and a dog stands near the edge, while a small boat floats in the distance. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to capture light and shadow, giving it a soft, unfinished look. This style was common in early Impressionist and Realist works. Next, check out Gifford, Sanford Robinson to see more of his landscapes.