1921
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
View on the Spree, Berlin is a 1921 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a busy riverbank with a mix of people walking and riding. Buildings with tall spires and domes line the water, and trees add greenery to the scene. The lines are loose and quick, giving it a sketchy, unfinished look. The artist used a technique called lithography, which lets them draw directly on stone before printing. This makes the lines feel more like a quick sketch than a polished drawing. Next, check out how lithography works to see why this print looks so different from paintings.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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