Untitled
1771
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1771
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a lone figure walking along a riverbank, carrying a long pole. The background has steep cliffs, a few scattered trees, and a boat floating in the distance. The lines are light and sketchy, giving a rough, unfinished look. The artist used quick, thin strokes to suggest texture—like the rocks and water—without filling in details. This style makes the scene feel more like a quick study than a finished painting. Want to see more sketches like this? Check out cross-hatching to learn how artists build shading with lines.
