A wood on a sloping bank
1862
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1862
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a quiet scene of a single tree on a grassy slope by water. The tree stands alone, its branches bare and slightly twisted, with a few small bushes at its base. The bank slopes gently down to a calm body of water, reflecting the tree’s shadow. The artist used soft, light strokes to show the play of light on the grass and leaves. The water’s surface is barely rippled, adding to the peaceful mood. Next, look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.