Lake Shore
1868
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1868
graphite
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting shows a rocky shoreline with sparse trees. It's a serene landscape drawn in graphite. The artist used delicate lines to create contrast and highlight the natural beauty of the scene. This was an early work, and it already shows Sargent's skill in drawing. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Sargent, John Singer.