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 trails. The rock looks rough and layered, with a few small buildings clinging to the sides. A trail cuts through the middle, leading down into the valley. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to capture the texture of the rocks and the sharpness of the landscape. It feels like a fast, rough drawing—maybe done on the spot. Check out how this was made using 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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