View of a Farm, 2nd plate (La ferme du Bienheureux)
1874
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1874
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet farm scene with a small house and a few trees. The trees are drawn with lots of sharp, crisscrossed lines, making them look rough and textured. The ground is uneven, with some grass and a small fence near the house. The artist used a technique that lets ink pile up in the lines, making the trees look almost 3D. This was a way to show light and shadow without color. Next, check out drypoint to see how artists like this made their marks.
