Churchyard
1887
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1887
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet churchyard with three tall, narrow windows in the background. In the foreground, a bench sits empty, and a few small figures—likely mourners—stand near graves marked by simple headstones. The lines are loose and quick, giving the scene a sketchy, unfinished feel. The artist used a simple black line on light paper, almost like a quick drawing. This style makes the scene feel more like a note than a finished picture. Next, check out the technique: lithography to see how this print was made.