Spring Street, September 1878
1878
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1878
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a quiet street with a few old buildings. One has a chimney puffing smoke, and a tree with tangled branches leans over the sidewalk. The ground looks uneven, like cracked pavement, and a lamppost stands near a small shed. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to capture light and shadows instead of smooth details. It feels like a quick snapshot of everyday life. Want to see more? Check out The Cleveland Museum of Art.