Fraser (?) River, Warnock (from Sketchbook) 1890

"Fraser (?) River, Warnock (from Sketchbook)" is a pencil sketch on paper by Albert Bierstadt, created in 1890. The artwork depicts a picturesque landscape with a river flowing through a dense forest, with a mountain range visible in the background. The sketch, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is a testament to Bierstadt's mastery of capturing the grandeur of nature in his signature Romantic style. This small-scale work, measuring 4 3/4 x 7 3/4 inches, provides a glimpse into the artist's creative process and his keen observation of the American wilderness. The sketch exemplifies Bierstadt's artistic development from his monumental landscapes to his intimate studies of nature.