Cedar 1789

"Cedar," a 1789 drawing by English artist John Robert Cozens, portrays a solitary cedar tree in a mountainous landscape. The artist, known for his evocative landscapes, utilizes a delicate, almost ethereal style, emphasizing the tree's imposing presence against a backdrop of soft, hazy mountains. The work captures the tranquility and grandeur of nature, resonating with audiences interested in Romantic-era landscape art and the sublime. The drawing's focus on the tree's majestic form and the surrounding landscape suggests a connection to the picturesque tradition, a style that celebrated nature's beauty.