Green River, Wyoming Territory
1886
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1886
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet river with reeds along the shore. On the far side, a rocky cliff rises, topped by a small, crumbling tower. Trees line the water’s edge, and the whole scene is drawn in tight, precise lines that give it a textured feel. The artist focused on how light hits the water and rocks, making the scene feel real but also dreamy. This style was common in the late 1800s when artists tried to capture fleeting moments in nature. Next, look up etching to see how this technique works.
