The Gardens of the Villa Medici
1715
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1715
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a quiet garden with tall trees, a few columns, and a low wall. The trees are drawn with quick, loose lines, some leaning over the path. The ground has a few scattered plants and a winding path that disappears into the distance. The artist used pen and ink to capture light and shadow, making the scene feel calm. The paper looks old, with some smudges and stains. Check out cross-hatching to see how artists build up shadows with layers of lines.
