Near Magdalen Gate, Norwich
1790
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1790
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a quiet riverside scene with a small town in the distance. Buildings cluster along the water, and a hilly landscape stretches behind them. The sky is light, almost washed out, giving a calm, misty feel. The artist used fine, sketchy lines to build up shadows and shapes—no bold strokes here. It’s not a polished painting but more like a quick, detailed study. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build texture with lines.
