Ash and Oak, from The Park and the Forest 1841

"Ash and Oak" (1841) is a lithograph by James Duffield Harding (1797-1863) that depicts a rural scene with a small cottage, trees, and a rocky path. The work is a fine example of Harding's skill in using subtle shades of gray to capture the atmospheric quality of a landscape, with a focus on capturing the textures of the bark and the surrounding foliage. This lithograph is part of Harding's series "The Park and the Forest," which showcases his mastery of landscape drawing techniques. The artwork is currently in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.