Lake Scene with Trees (from Cropsey Album) 1854

"Lake Scene with Trees (from Cropsey Album)" is a pen and ink drawing by John Mackie Falconer created in 1854. The artwork features a detailed depiction of a lake scene, with trees and foliage in the foreground and a body of water in the background. The artist's use of hatching and crosshatching techniques adds depth and texture to the landscape. This small, intimate work exemplifies Falconer's talent for capturing the beauty of nature in a concise and expressive manner. This drawing is part of the "Cropsey Album" which includes a collection of sketches and drawings created by Falconer and other artists.