1811
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Catherine's Hill Near Guilford is a 1811 ink by Joseph Mallord William Turner, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a quiet countryside scene with rolling hills and scattered trees. Two people lead a small herd of cows along a narrow path, while another group walks ahead. In the distance, a stone building with towers sits on a hill, surrounded by more trees. The artist used fine lines to capture light and shadows, making the scene feel alive. The title at the bottom reads *Saint Catherine’s Hill near Guilford*, hinting at a real place. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this one create detailed prints.
Joseph Mallord William Turner was born in 1775 at Maiden Lane, Covent Garden, where his father kept a barber and wig-making shop.
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