Coastal Landscape 1765 - 1775

"Coastal Landscape" is a drawing by Alexander Cozens, a British artist who explored innovative methods for depicting landscapes. This drawing, dated between 1765 and 1775, showcases a picturesque scene of a coastline, likely inspired by the artist's travels. The delicate lines and subtle washes of gray create a sense of atmospheric depth, capturing the soft light and gentle undulation of the water. The work exemplifies Cozens' interest in capturing the essence of nature through simplified forms, foreshadowing the development of Abstract art.