Landscape
1862
graphite
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1862
graphite
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Landscape is a 1862 graphite by William Trost Richards, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This graphite drawing on wove paper depicts a serene landscape, with a winding path leading through a dense forest. The path is flanked by large rocks and trees, their trunks and branches rendered in intricate detail. In the foreground, a small clearing reveals a variety of plants and foliage, adding depth and texture to the scene. The artist's use of graphite creates a range of values, from the dark shadows of the forest to the lighter tones of the path and foliage. This contrast adds depth and dimensionality to the drawing, drawing the viewer's eye through the scene. For more works like this, explore the Impressionism movement.
