1912
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Bright Angel Trail is a 1912 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a rugged canyon with steep cliffs and winding paths cutting through the rock. The lines are rough and uneven, giving the scene a raw, textured look. A few small buildings cling to the hillsides, and the sky above is faint but visible. The artist used quick, sketchy strokes to capture the drama of the landscape. This isn’t polished—it feels like a quick study of a real place. Want to know more about how this was made? Try lithography.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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