Battersea: Dawn
1877
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1877
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a quiet city skyline at sunrise. Buildings line the horizon, their shapes simple and faint. A few boats float on calm water in the foreground, drawn with quick, light lines. The artist focused on shapes and light over detail. Notice how the water and sky blend into soft tones—almost like a watercolor. If you like this style, check out Impressionism.
