Sketch of Forest Scenery (from Sketchbook) 1890

This pencil sketch by Albert Bierstadt, titled "Sketch of Forest Scenery (from Sketchbook)," provides a glimpse into the artist's creative process. The delicate lines, characteristic of Bierstadt's preliminary sketches, capture the essence of a forest landscape. This small-scale work, created in 1890, serves as a testament to Bierstadt's meticulous approach to his larger, more elaborate paintings, which often featured majestic mountain ranges and lush forests. The sketch, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offers an intimate look at Bierstadt's artistic vision and his masterful ability to translate nature into art.