Pine Trees in the Mountains 1789

"Pine Trees in the Mountains" (1789) by John Robert Cozens (1752-1797) is a picturesque depiction of a mountain landscape. The drawing, created using black ink and wash on paper, showcases a cluster of pine trees in the foreground, set against a backdrop of towering, snow-capped mountains. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, while the loose and gestural lines suggest the artist’s rapid and expressive brushstrokes. This artwork, currently held by the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies Cozens' mastery of landscape drawing and his fascination with the sublime beauty of nature.