Peat-bogs (Les Tourbieres)
1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a wet, tangled landscape with twisted trees and dark, uneven ground. The lines are rough and busy, like scratches in the paper. A small figure stands near the left side, holding something—maybe a stick or tool. The artist used a sharp tool to carve into the metal plate before printing, creating those jagged, almost messy lines. This style was common in the 1800s for quick, expressive sketches. Want to see more? Check out etching to learn how artists like this made prints.
