1912
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Jungle is a 1912 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a tangled jungle scene with thick vines, palm trees, and a river winding through the middle. The brushstrokes are loose and rough, almost like scratching into the paper. Shadows and light play across the leaves, giving it a slightly fuzzy, dreamy look. The artist signed it in the corner, but there’s no clear story here—just a wild, messy view of nature. The way the lines overlap makes it feel like you’re stepping into the chaos of plants. Want to see more of this artist’s work? Look up Pennell, Joseph.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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