November
1880
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1880
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a quiet winter scene with bare trees and a small house surrounded by brush. The ground looks frosty, and a shallow stream runs through the foreground. Everything is drawn in black lines with some shading, giving it a scratchy, textured look. The artist focused on simple shapes and light—notice how the trees’ branches twist sharply against the pale sky. This kind of detailed linework is key to the technique used here. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this create textures with acid and metal plates.