Seascape and Deluge (from Sketchbook VII) 1886

"Seascape and Deluge (from Sketchbook VII)" is a delicate pencil drawing by American artist William Trost Richards, created in 1886. The artwork depicts a seascape with a focus on the cloudy sky and choppy waves, illustrating the dramatic beauty of the natural world. The drawing’s small size and detailed rendering of the scene showcase Richards's skill as a landscape artist. Currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the drawing is a captivating example of Richards's artistic style and his deep fascination with natural phenomena.