Sketches of a Canoe and Sailboats (from Sketchbook) 1890

This small-scale pencil sketch by Albert Bierstadt depicts a canoe and sailboats. Created in 1890, the drawing is part of a larger sketchbook held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This work showcases Bierstadt's interest in maritime subjects, offering a glimpse into his creative process as he captured the essence of these watercraft with meticulous detail. The sketches are likely preparatory studies for larger paintings.