Close He Had Come...
1846
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1846
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows a man in a wide-brimmed hat standing next to a horse. He holds the reins loosely, looking down at a small dog curled up on the ground. The background has rough cliffs and a winding path, with a few trees and bushes scattered around. The artist used fine lines to create texture, especially in the horse’s mane and the rocky terrain. The man’s outfit looks practical for travel, and the dog seems calm beside him. Next, check out the technique: engraving to see how artists like Webb made detailed drawings like this.
