Extensive Landscape with a Pond
1826
charcoal
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1826
charcoal
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet landscape with a pond in the middle. Trees line the far side, and a small building sits near the center. The sky is light and airy, while the ground has soft, sketchy lines. The artist used loose, quick strokes—almost like scribbles—to suggest grass, water, and trees. The paper is blue, and the charcoal is layered lightly, with just a hint of white added here and there. Want to see how this style fits into a bigger art trend? Check out Romanticism.
